SCI1015 · Monash University
Research first project
- Credit points
- 6
- Level
- 1
- Workload
- —
- Faculty
- Science
What it covers
This unit will introduce you to undertaking a research project in one of the core disciplines in science. You will work with an academic supervisor on either an experimental or theoretical project. You will develop research skills including reviewing and critically analysing literature, project management, data gathering and analysis, and communication of scientific results in both an oral and written format.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Oral presentation | Presentation | 15% |
| Project work: Journal which outlines planning, challenges and progress | Project | 15% |
| Literature review in the area of the research project | Written | 20% |
| Final report | Written | 50% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Summer semester A | Clayton | On-campus |
| Summer semester B | Clayton | On-campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On-campus |