Honours Research: Project Communications unit (KGP403)

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Introduction

This is the final unit in the Honours program. In this unit you will work towards the final production of a substantive research work, typically a thesis or professional portfolio. Throughout the semester you will attend regular meetings and seminars focusing on research communication and professional presentation of research data.

Summary

Unit name	Honours Research: Project Communications
Unit code	KGP403
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

Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 1	21/2/2027	15/3/2027	18/4/2027	12/6/2027
Trimester	31/10/2027	22/11/2027	22/12/2027	12/2/2028
Semester 2	4/7/2027	26/7/2027	29/8/2027	23/10/2027

* 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 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Articulate research findings to address existing state of knowledge.
• Argue a thesis that maintains and advances your discipline.
• Produce a body of research work capable of convincing the intended audience.
• Comply with regulatory frameworks and professional ethics.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

XXX401 Honours Research: Project Foundations

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Students are required to attend a minimum of 20 hours of seminars and meetings across the semester, as negotiated between candidate, supervisor(s) and the Honours Coordinator.
Assessment	Thesis / Portfolio (100%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	There are no common required reading materials. You should routinely expect to be reading within your specific project area throughout the semester.

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