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APG5856 · Research project

Official Handbook

2027 Handbook12 credit pointsLevel 5Faculty of Arts

Last checked: 30 Sep 2026 UTC

Overview

Under the supervision of suitable academic staff, you will conduct independent research on an appropriate topic.

Areas of study: Applied linguistics Bioethics Communications and media studies Cultural and creative industries Governance and security Indigenous cultures and histories International development practice International diplomacy and trade International relations International sustainable tourism management Interpreting and translation Journalism Political violence and counter-terrorism Public policy Strategic communications management Theatre and performance Tourism Translation

Offerings

CampusTeaching periodMode
ClaytonSummer semester ASome activities have a choice of on-campus or online teaching activities (FLEXIBLE)
ClaytonFirst semesterSome activities have a choice of on-campus or online teaching activities (FLEXIBLE)
ClaytonSecond semesterSome activities have a choice of on-campus or online teaching activities (FLEXIBLE)

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

#AssessmentTypeWeightHurdle
1Research projectWritten100%—

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

prohibition

Prohibition: • Incompatible with APG5848, APG5849, APG5850, ATI5849, ATI5856 and ATI5850

APG5848APG5849APG5850ATI5849ATI5856ATI5850

Learning outcomes

  1. Develop a model or conceptualisation of the proposed research project including methodological approach and research questions;
  2. Critically analyse, reflect on and synthesise the literature relevant to the project;
  3. Research and apply established theories to a body of knowledge or practice in their discipline;
  4. Critically analyse and communicate research findings and limitations of the project.

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 288 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

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