EAE4064 · Contemporary environmental earth science problems

Overview

This unit will enable you to develop the skills required to conceive and deliver an applied research project in environmental earth science. You will develop and carry out a research project in collaboration with other students on a key topic that is of relevance to industry, government or non-government organisations. The topic will be chosen by the students from a list provided by the unit coordinator. This unit will allow you to develop your research skills in earth sciences while working in team in developing a research project, formulating hypotheses and aims, collecting and analysing data, and interpreting and describing the implications of the results. The presentation of the final results will develop presentation and written skills.

Areas of study: Master of Science in Earth Sciences

Offerings

Assessment

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

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

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Develop a project proposal with appropriate research questions, aims, hypotheses and methodological approaches
2. Critically review the literature relevant to the project.
3. Generate, analyse and interpret data using appropriate data analysis methods
4. Communicate the findings, implications and limitations of the project in the broader scientific and social context in a clear and professional manner, in written and oral forms.
5. Collaborate effectively with their peers.

Workload

A total of 144 hrs for the semester consisting of a combination of structured workshops, group meetings, presentations, and individual study. Short (one-day) site visits or field trips may also be required.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.