Courses & Units
Thesis Project - Part A KEA724
Introduction
This unit constitutes the first half of the 50 credit point Masters of Economic Geology research thesis, but can also be completed as a stand-alone 25 credit point research unit. In this unit, students (i) review and summarise scientific literature concerning a research problem relevant to the mining value chain, (ii) identify research question(s) to be addressed by the study, (iii) develop a research plan (e.g. literature review and data compilation and/or fieldwork, sampling and analytical program), (iv) commence data collection, sample preparation and analysis, culminating in (v) production of a substantial piece of written work (~10,000 - 15,000 words). The written work may be (i) advanced drafts of introductory chapters to the research thesis (e.g. introduction, background and previous work, aims and methods, geological setting/regional geology, etc), (ii) a major literature review, or (iii) a report on the research undertaken. The total volume of student learning for KEA724 is between 260 and 300 hrs. IMPORTANT NOTE: Students undertaking the research thesis must enrol in KEA725 (Thesis Project - Part B) after completing KEA724 (Thesis Project - Part A). KEA725 enrolment is the point at which students decide whether or not to complete the 50 point research thesis. When enrolled in KEA725, an interim completion (IC) is reported for KEA724. Not proceeding to KEA725 (i.e. KEA724 completed as a stand-alone 25 credit point research unit) triggers reporting of a final result for KEA724, which will be a passing mark and grade where the student has satisfied the requirements for KEA724, or a failing grade (NN or AN) where they have not. The Thesis Project units (KEA724 and KEA725) are completed for the Research/Project Block of the degree and are compulsory (CORE) for fulltime students but OPTIONAL for part-time students.
Summary
| Unit name | Thesis Project - Part A |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KEA724 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Natural Sciences |
| Discipline | Earth Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Robert Scott |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 2 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2024 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2024 will be available from the 1st October 2023. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Summarise current knowledge concerning an issue or research question pertinent to the mining value chain.
- Design a research project to address a problem pertinent to the mining value chain.
- Collect information and/or field and/or laboratory data to address a problem pertinent to the mining value chain.
- Analyse and interpret self-derived collated information and/or field and/or laboratory data
- Explain methods, results and recommendations to industry and/or academic peers in written and oral reports.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010703 | $2,237.00 | $2,237.00 | not applicable | $5,192.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 240 – 300 hours independent research |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Assessment Task 1. Research Proposal. (10%)|Assessment Task 2. Oral Progress Report (20%)|Assessment Task 3. Research Report/Thesis Chapters (70%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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