Program Overview

Subject Information

Overview

This subject aims to provide students with skills and knowledge required for independent scholarship or research.

Grading System

The grading system for this subject is HD/FL.

Duration

The duration of this subject is one session.

School

This subject is offered by the Faculty of Science.

Enrolment Restrictions

Enrolment in this subject is restricted to Graduate Diploma, Master, and Honours students only.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

• Understand the concepts of research in science and the philosophy underlying them
• Be able to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required for independent scholarship or research

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• Science literature and searching procedures
• Experimental design and statistics for scientists
• Philosophy of science
• Funding in science
• Report writing and presentation
• Organisation of science and research in Australia

Additional Information

The information contained in the university handbook was accurate at the date of publication: May 2019. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.