ENVS4002
20 units
4000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course develops preliminary research skills in Environmental Science and Management. The course is conducted under the direct supervision of an academic staff member(s) who is also the student's Honours research supervisor. The course builds skills and competencies in research design including literature reviews, identification of research questions, methodological approaches, data collection and analysis, discussion and communication skills and preparation skills.
Availability
Not currently offered.
This Course was last offered in Semester 2 - 2022.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. A capacity to read, understand and evaluate a large body of academic and professional literature; and
2. Higher order thinking skills involving the identification of research problems, selection of research techniques, and critical analysis and evaluation of a variety of data forms.
Content
- Development of a Research Proposal, involving establishing aims and objectives of the thesis;
- Methodology and research plan, and evidence of a timetable for completion;
The Research Proposal is presented as a half-hour seminar, followed by questions and re-evaluation of thesis direction.
Requisite
This course is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management (Honours) program.
Assumed knowledge
A major in an appropriate discipline with a minimum credit grade average.
Assessment items
Proposal / Plan: Research Proposal
Presentation: First Honours Seminar
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.