This unit is available to students as part of their honours coursework component, or to any student who has completed an undergraduate degree who is undertaking a research program with special permission of the GPSS Honours Coordinator, Dr. Kathryn Allen (kathryn.allen@utas.edu.au).
Introduction
This flexible 12-week project unit offers honours students the opportunity to design and carry out a focused research task in any area of geographical, geospatial or planning inquiry. Students have the freedom to tailor the project to their interests and career goals. The unit encourages independent study, supported by supervision from a staff member. Students will develop essential research skills, refine their critical thinking, and gain practical experience in areas that align with their academic and professional aspirations.
Summary
| Unit name | Geographical Research Project |
| Unit code | KGA446 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Discipline | Geography, Planning, and Spatial Sciences |
| Coordinator | Doctor Kathy Allen |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Honours |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Apply advanced research skills in a chosen area of geographical, geospatial or planning inquiry.
- Plan, execute, and manage a self-directed research project or activity.
- Communicate research findings effectively using discipline-specific mediums.
- Comply with regulatory frameworks and professional ethics.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This unit is self-directed. There will be resources to support your Honours research on the Honours MyLO page for this unit. You will use these resources in discussion with your supervisor and the Honours coordinator to support your project conceptualisation and development. |
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| Assessment | 24-hour article critique (20%)|Project/Product Plan (30%)|Project Output (50%) |
| 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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