DEMO9800 Supervised Research Project
DEMO9800 is only available under certain award programs.
| Offered By | Australian Demographic & Social Research Institute |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Demography |
| Offered in | First Semester, 2013, Second Semester, 2013, First Semester, 2014, and Second Semester, 2014 |
| Unit Value Range | 1 units to 24 units |
| Course Description |
This is a research-intensive course in which the student will develop and implement a self-directed research project. The course will involve the development of a research proposal, presentation of a seminar and the write-up of the project as a journal-quality paper of 20,000 words. The student will be supervised by an academic supervisor with knowledge or experience in the relevant field of study, with whom the student is expected to schedule regular contact for advice and support. |
| Learning Outcomes |
On completion of this course students will have the knowledge and skills to: |
| Indicative Assessment |
Development of a research proposal, presentation of a seminar and the write-up of the project as a journal-quality paper of 20,000 words. |
| Course Classification(s) | SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation. |
| Areas of Interest | Demography, Population Studies, and Social Research |
| Requisite Statement |
To be admitted to this course, students need to have completed the Master of Social Research with a 70% average. Students may also be required to identify an appropriate research topic and supervisor. |
| Consent Required | Students require permission of the Masters Coordinator, Dr Robert Ackland, to enrol in this course. Please email him on adsri.study@anu.edu.au |
| Programs | Graduate Non-Award Demography Program, Graduate Non-Award Demography Program, and Master of Social Research (Research) |
| Academic Contact | Dr Ann Evans |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2013 website applies to the 2013 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2012 website.
