Courses & Units
Marine and Antarctic Research Project (Part 1 of 2) KSM428
Introduction
The unit is designed to develop knowledge and skills in research oriented towards marine science. Students will be taught how to work collaboratively in groups and then will prepare a research plan, present an introductory seminar, then conduct a group research program over a period of one semester. Finally, students will present a seminar and produce a short individual research report and contribute to a group report.
This unit is only for students admitted to K4C Bachelor of Marine and Antarctic Science (Specialisation) (Honours). Enrolment into this 4th year Honours unit will depend on the student's 3rd year results. Enrolment will be managed by IMAS staff.
Summary
| Unit name | Marine and Antarctic Research Project (Part 1 of 2) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KSM428 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Institute for Marine & Antarctic Studies |
| Discipline | Oceans and Cryosphere |
| Coordinator | Ms Chen Zhao |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Hobart | Summer school | On-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 | 10/7/2023 | 8/8/2023 | 28/8/2023 | 15/10/2023 |
| Summer school | 2/1/2023 | 13/1/2023 | 30/1/2023 | 26/2/2023 |
| Semester 1 | 20/2/2023 | 21/3/2023 | 10/4/2023 | 28/5/2023 |
* 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 2023 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2023 will be available from the 1st October 2022. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Be able to locate, evaluate and synthesize published information within a prescribed field of knowledge.
- Be able to understand and identify core concepts and key issues within the marine or Antarctic environment.
- Gain experience of literature research methods and tools, data collection and analysis, and relevant field and/or laboratory techniques.
- Possess sufficient research and/or technical skills to allow them to complete an in-depth research study in a specialized area related to the marine and/or Antarctic environments.
- Be able to communicate research concepts and findings in a logical manner, in a variety of written and oral forms commonly used by professionals.
- Be capable of writing a research proposal or scientific (natural or social) report/paper to a standard acceptable to a funding body and a peer-reviewed journal.
- Be able to deliver a presentation to a standard required for a meeting of an Australian professional society.
- Have the capacity to develop a coherent argument and defend a position or outcome supported by evidence based on published literature and/or research data.
- Have the ability to plan and conduct a program of research investigating a defined problem or question within constraints imposed by time, money and technical resources.
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 010907 | $2,075.00 | $2,075.00 | not applicable | $4,944.00 |
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
| Assessment | Initial Research Seminar (5%)|Supervisor Assessment (5%)|Final Research Seminar (10%)|Research Proposal (written) (10%)|Research Thesis (written) (70%) |
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| 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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