Courses & Units
Spatial Research Project KGG355
Hobart
Introduction
The aim of the Spatial Research Project is to allow students to undertake supervised
project work in a field of their own choice within the broad discipline area of spatial
science. The unit provides the opportunity to advance students knowledge in a specific
field of interest, bringing together skills obtained in other spatial science units. At the
end of the project, students will have gained skills in some or all of the following:
project design and justification, undertaking a literature review, posing research
questions and setting research aims and objectives, undertaking data collection and
analysis, managing data and presenting a project thesis using scientific report writing
and presentation techniques.
Summary
| Unit name | Spatial Research Project |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KGG355 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Bethany Melville |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
| Semester 1 | 22/2/2021 | 23/3/2021 | 12/4/2021 | 30/5/2021 |
* 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 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Design and implement a research project relevant to a specific sub-discipline within the spatial sciences that addresses a broad aim and specific objectives.
- Develop a research methodology based on information gained from relevant literature and/or consultation with experts.
- Collate and analyse relevant information and data to address the project aim and objectives.
- Synthesise and evaluate research findings in the context of previous work and/or industry standards and specifications.
- Communicate research effectively in written and oral formats utilising appropriate conventions.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031101 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,798.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
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.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
50 credit points from the list: KGG212, KGG213, KGG220, KGG306, KGG330, KGG370Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Approx 90 hrs supervised project work |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Project Outline (5%)|Project Intermediate Report (15%)|Presentation (10%)|Project Final Report (70%)|Project Contract|Supervisor Meeting Checklist |
| 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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