ENVS4020BThesis Creation

Course handbook

Description

This course is part of the multi-sequence research component of Honours which requires the development of original research under the supervision of a member of academic staff from the School of Environmental and Life Sciences. It is a continuation from research undertaken in ENVS4020A with the students completing their final Thesis.

Availability2024 Course Timetables

Multi-term sequence

This course is part of a multi-term sequence. Both Part A and Part B must be completed to meet the requirements of the sequence. Part A and Part B must be completed in consecutive terms. Students must complete Part A before completing Part B. Students must complete the sequence within a twelve month period. If students complete Part A but are unable to complete Part B within the timeframe, they must re-enrol in Part A. Part A cannot be completed as a standalone course, it will only count towards your program once you have successfully completed Part B.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Critically analyse and evaluate published research material.

2. Demonstrate scientific writing skills.

3. Present information in written and verbal formats in a logical and comprehensive manner.

4. Use research skills to undertake higher-level and post-graduate research and writing.

5. Communicate research findings that positions conclusions within the overall field of enquiry.

6. Apply constructive feedback to improve thesis.

7. Undertake quantitative and/or qualitative research from the generation of a hypothesis through to the publishing of results including ethics and safety considerations.

8. Work safely in a variety of research environments such as laboratories, field sites and offices.

Content

•  Structuring a thesis text that clearly communicates the outcomes of the research project.
•  Developing logical, coherent arguments and conclusions that are adequately supported by appropriate  evidence.
•  Appropriate use of writing techniques, drafting, editing, and analytical language to communicate findings to an  academic audience.
•  Ability to relate specific findings to the overall concerns of disciplinary research.

Requisite

Program Enrolment Rule:

Available to students in the following program(s):

Bachelor of Environmental Science and Management (Honours) [11706]

Assessment items

Report: Part A - Progress Report

Thesis: Part B - Thesis Submission

Contact hours

Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan

Semester 1 - 2024 - Ourimbah

Semester 2 - 2024 - Callaghan

Semester 2 - 2024 - Ourimbah

Course outline

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