Introduction
This unit is the first of three Honours ‘research’ units related to your project. In this unit you will work with your supervisor and the Honours coordinator to formulate your research activities in a written plan. After this plan is endorsed, you will commence your Honours research work. At the end of semester you and your supervisor will reflect on your progress to date to determine your continuation in the Honours program.
Summary
| Unit name | Honours Research: Project Foundations |
| Unit code | KGP401 |
| 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 knowledge of a research discipline to a new scenario.
- Propose methodology and methods required to answer a research question.
- Synthesise research literature to support your thesis.
- 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 | Progress Report (25%)|Research Plan (75%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
There are no common required reading materials in KGP401. You should routinely expect to be reading within your specific project area throughout the semester. |
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