AGRIBUS 7061 - Research Project Part 1 - Research Principles & Methods
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code AGRIBUS 7061 Course Research Project Part 1 - Research Principles & Methods Coordinating Unit Centre for Global Food & Resources Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites At least 24 units of postgraduate study Corequisites This course can be taken as either a Prerequisite or as a Corequisite for AGRIBUS 7062A Assessment Research proposal, proposal preparation meeting, quizzes Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Adam Loch
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
The course provides a strong grounding in understanding the research process which will enable the student to go on to complete a research project as a sole researcher or as part of a research team.
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Apply an advanced knowledge of research design options, methodologies and analysis methods (both qualitative and quantitative)
2. Distil a broad business problem or research topic into a succinct set of research objectives and questions
3. Create a research proposal and a plan for implementation
4. Recognise the importance of ethics as it relates to undertaking research and its implications for a range of different stakeholdersUniversity Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 3, 4 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1, 2, 3, 4 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
4 Attribute 6: Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
NA Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
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Learning & Teaching Activities
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Learning Activities Summary
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
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- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task
Task Type
Length (words)
Weighting
Learning Outcome
Research Proposal
Individual
≈ 1,500 words (use template provided)
70%
1,2,3,4
Proposal preparation
Individual
N/A
20%
1,2,3,4
Active Participation
Individual
ongoing
10%
1,4
Total
100%
For specific dates please refer to MyUni. Late assessment penalty is 2% per day.
Assessment Detail
There are three main assessment requirements:
1. Active Participation: all student engagement with workshops (face-to-face and online), lecturer meetings, email progress discussions or other forms of active participation will count toward this grade.
2. Proposal Preparation: This assessment is aimed at tracking your progress toward the draft proposal, and involves the class participation, viewing of Echo 360 videos, and discussions with the course coordinator or other members of the Uni staff/external advisers of your choosing. As such, this assessment spans the entire length of the course. To do well in this component simply requires you to spend some effort preparing your proposal and discussing it with myself or others - and if with others, then showing some evidence of those discussions.
3. Research Proposal: Using the detailed feedback provided to you in the class sessions (very important as such), complete the template provided on the course website, and stick to the word limits (approximately 1,500 without references).
See MyUni Course Materials for the submission template, which should be used to structure and complete the Research Proposal. Pay attention to the instructions provided above each text entry box, but do NOT feel bound by them strictly.Submission
All submissions must be through the MyUni website as an electronic upload that can be assessed via TurnitIn.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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