Communicating Research unit (XGR502)

Introduction

Communicating Research introduces principles of academic writing, referencing and broad presentation skills to PhD and Masters candidates to higher degrees by research (HDR) training at the University of Tasmania. This unit will focus on a range of topics including: managing and reviewing the literature, presentation skills (for conferences, seminars, discussions and poster presentations), principles of academic writing (developing responsible writing skills, structuring extended writing, technique and writing style and incorporating the work of other scholars into your writing) and preparing research results for publication. The unit will be taught via two days of block teaching (online, face-to-face, via Zoom) and assessment tasks will focus on meeting key objectives required for confirmation of candidature. Attendance at the face-to-face Zoom classes is mandatory. Enrolled HDR candidates can check the interactive class dates and times here: Please check the class dates and times here (https://universitytasmania.sharepoint.com/sites/research-division/SitePages/Graduate-Research-Coursework.aspx). XGR502 is a core unit of the Graduate Certificate in Research. It introduces a range of topics that will be developed further in the remaining units of the course. Please note you will not incur a tuition fee for this unit.

Summary

Unit name	Communicating Research
Unit code	XGR502
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Research Division Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research)
Discipline	Graduate Certificate in Research Income
Coordinator	Associate Professor Rosie Nash
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Postgraduate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate the ability to convey ideas and information clearly and fluently in written form through written assessment.
• Find, acquire, evaluate, manage and use relevant information in a range of media
• Present well-reasoned arguments and ideas, using technology as appropriate
• Demonstrate knowledge of ethics and ethical standards in academic writing, and other forms of presentation especially as they pertain to conducting research.
• Demonstrate the acquisition of scholarly research skills which enable candidates to make their own contribution to knowledge.
• Access, organise and present information clearly and purposefully for a specific audience.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

Enrolment in the Graduate Certificate in Research (prior academic record may be considered).

Teaching

Assessment	Development of a relevant literature database (33%)|Presentation Assignment (33%)|Draft literature review or equivalent academic writing (34%)
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.

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