Details for RES501 Research Project

This subject allows students to formulate a research question relative to their approved topic of research and produce a clearly expressed, well-structured and well-argued research essay

(Note: Students who may have potential to pursue a Higher Degree Research course are recommended to choose RES501 (20 cp) as the capstone instead of RES591).

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: RES501
• Credit points: 20

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Prerequisite

The following courses are prerequisites:

• RES401 – Postgraduate Research and Writing or equivalent and completion of at least 3 subjects in specialisation area and at least 1 elective; and
• GPA 2.8 or higher.

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Demonstrate knowledge of methodology (for example, ethnography, basic statistics, hermeneutics, etc.).
2. Demonstrate an advanced ability to formulate a research question and outline an appropriate research plan for data collection.
3. Exhibit a critically reflective understanding of fundamental techniques and described methodological processes.
4. Produce a clearly expressed, well-structured and well-argued research essay, relative to the approved topic the research, which appropriately engages the peer-reviewed literature in the area.

Subject Content

Individual research in consultation with supervisor

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to Face (onsite)
• Distance/E-Learning (online)

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

• Research Proposal (1500 words)
• Research Essay (16,000 words)

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