GEOG 5551B - Dissertation Env Pol & Mgt (Applied) P/T Final

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2015

The Major Dissertation Environmental Policy & Management (Applied) F/T involves the undertaking of a full-year (semester 1 and 2) research project and the submission by the due date of a dissertation on the project of approximately 20-24000 words, with an accompanying seminar. The Dissertation Environmental Policy & Management (Applied) P/T will have two years (four semesters) to complete the dissertation and seminar.

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Course Details

Course Code	GEOG 5551B
Course	Dissertation Env Pol & Mgt (Applied) P/T Final
Coordinating Unit	Geography, Environment and Population
Term	Semester 1
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	24
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	24 units in the MEnvPolicy&Policy(App)
Restrictions	Available to MEnvPolicy&Policy(App) students only
Assessment	20000-24000 word internal and external assessment of research dissertation on a theme appropriate to Environmental Policy and Management

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Professor Melissa Nursey-Bray

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1	Write a research proposal
2	Demonstrate understanding of the research process from initiation to completion
3	Critically reflect upon their own and others' writing
4	Demonstrate capacity to write a sustained piece of work summing up the research process

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1-4
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	1-4
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	1-4
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	1-4
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	1-4
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	1-4
A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	1-4
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	1-4

Learning & Teaching Modes

The teaching and learning mode for this course will be delivered via 4 workshops which you must attend during your candidature. Each student must also arrange a time to see the course coordinator on a regular basis to discuss the progress of their research. These times are to be negotiated individually between each student and the coordinator.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

Please note: this is part two of the course and the workload below is reflective of 6 units of study.

3 hours contact per week	36 hours per semester
7 hours reading per week	84 hours per semester
8 hours research per week	96 hours per semester
8 hours writing per week	96 hours per semester
TOTAL WORKLOAD	312 hours per semester

Learning Activities Summary

2-hour workshops and regular meetings with the course coordinator.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Please note: this is part two of the course; the assessment of part 1 (GEOG 5551A) will be taken into account.

Assessment Task	Task Type	Weighting	Learning Outcome
Research proposal	Formative	0%	1-4
Literature review	Formative	0%	1-4
Dissertation draft	Formative	0%	1-4
Dissertation	Formative and Summative	100%	1-4

Assessment Detail

Please note the course coordinator will assist with preparation of all three formative tasks, and liaise on a weekly basis. Note the course coordinator will only read – in detail - one full draft of the dissertation so it is a good idea to make sure the draft sent for full review is your best attempt. You can then revise/amend prior to submission. Any additional review will be at the course coordinator's discretion.

Submission

Students must submit three soft bound copies to the School of Social Sciences Office and must also email an electronic copy to the course coordinator with a Turnitin report attached.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.

Final results for this course will be made available through .

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