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EAE5012 · Advanced earth science research project
2026 Handbook24 credit pointsLevel 5School of Earth, Atmosphere and Environment
Last checked: 23 Aug 2026 UTCOverview
Working in close supervision with an expert in the field, you will refine your analytical and methodological skills to understand, explore and address some of the key problems and challenges in Earth Science and propose an innovative solution based on your own research. After completing an extensive literature review you will develop a plan for and then complete an advanced research project through the collection, interpretation and reporting on Earth Science data. Your original research results will be presented orally, in a seminar setting, and as a research thesis suitable for publication in a scientific journal.
Areas of study: Earth Science
Offerings
| Campus | Teaching period | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Clayton | First semester | Teaching mostly conducted outside of a classroom/campus environment and in a block (IMMERS-BLK) |
| Clayton | Second semester | Teaching mostly conducted outside of a classroom/campus environment and in a block (IMMERS-BLK) |
Assessment
The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.
| # | Assessment | Type | Weight | Hurdle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Written thesis | Written | 70% | — |
| 2 | Seminar | Presentation | 30% | — |
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
- Analyse and explain key concepts and principles that underpin recent developments in the literature in the chosen area of research in Earth Science;
- Analyse and explain key concepts and principles that underpin recent developments in the literature in the chosen area of research in Earth Science;
- Apply relevant methods to address complex research questions to advance our understanding of an existing problem or problems in Earth Science;
- Communicate the findings and implications of original research in a written thesis suitable for publication in a scientific journal, and orally in a seminar presented to peers and academic supervisors.
Workload
A total of 48 hours per week, which comprises your original, independent research plus the following as appropriate: • Literature review preparation; • Regular consultations with an academic supervisor; • Specialist training; • Attendance at group meetings and seminars; • Preparation for the seminar; • Preparation and writing of a thesis.
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