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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit aims to prepare students for research at the Master or PhD levels. It also aims to enable students to carry out or evaluate research as part of a career in business, government or criminal justice roles. The theoretical component of this unit introduces the philosophy behind qualitative and quantitative research, and gives a broad understanding of the major research methods. The practical component of this unit develops skills for reading and writing research, critical thinking, problem definition, data collection, analysis and presentation.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Classes will comprise lectures, workshops and group discussions. Students are expected to read assigned materials each week. Research activity requires curiosity, initiative and creativity. This unit provides an opportunity for self-directed learning. Students therefore will read widely, critically discuss ideas and participate in research exercises. The lecturer's role is to guide learning rather than delivering material only.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Literature Review | Literature Review | 50% |
| Report | Research Team Project | 50% |
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.
This unit aims to prepare students for research at the Master or PhD levels. It also aims to enable students to carry out or evaluate research as part of a career in business, government or criminal justice roles. The theoretical component of this unit introduces the philosophy behind qualitative and quantitative research, and gives a broad understanding of the major research methods. The practical component of this unit develops skills for reading and writing research, critical thinking, problem definition, data collection, analysis and presentation.
On completion of this unit students should be able to:
Classes will comprise lectures, workshops and group discussions. Students are expected to read assigned materials each week. Research activity requires curiosity, initiative and creativity. This unit provides an opportunity for self-directed learning. Students therefore will read widely, critically discuss ideas and participate in research exercises. The lecturer's role is to guide learning rather than delivering material only.
GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units
Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.
| Type | Description | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Literature Review | Literature Review | 50% |
| Assignment | Assignment | 50% |
Booth, W. C., Colomb, G. G., Williams J. M. (2008).The craft of research. (3rd ed). Chicago: The University of Chicago Press.
Evans, D., Gruba, P.& Zobel, J. (2012). How to write a better thesis (3rd Ed.) Melbourne University Publishing.
Sword, H. (2012). Stylish academic writing. London: Harvard University Press.
Neuman, Lawrence (2013). Social Research Methods: Pearson New International Edition: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches. (7th ed). Pearson Publishing.
Patton, M. (2015). Qualitative Research & Evaluation Methods: Integrating Theory and Practice. (4th ed.). Saint Paul, MN: Sage Publications.
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.
The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.
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