MDIA 3332 - Media Research Project

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2023

This course prepares students for the transition from undergraduate degree to professional employment and/or further study. Students design and undertake a self-directed, desktop research project, using public domain materials and focusing on an industry-relevant research question. The project can be designed as a stand-alone piece of research or a preliminary study for future research. Through industry and peer-to-peer networking activities, supported by a seminar program, Media Research Project provides opportunities for students to put into practice and extend what they have learned throughout their degree. This course is not available to students in the Bachelor of Media. B.Media students should instead take MDIA 3207 Media Industry Transitions.

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Course Details

Course Code	MDIA 3332
Course	Media Research Project
Coordinating Unit	Media
Term	Semester 2
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	6
Contact	Up to 2 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	At least 15 units of Media major courses
Incompatible	MDIA 3207
Restrictions	Not available to students undertaking B.Media. Media Major students only
Assessment	Reflective analysis, Presentation, Participation and Professionalism, Final Report

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Matt Hart

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

Manage the transition from undergraduate studies to employment and/or further study
Apply course-taught research training to engage with contemporary industry-related challenges in the media and communications sector
Use appropriately targeted research and/or communications strategies for seeking future employment in the media and communications sector, including government and non-government organisations
Assess the limitations of secondary research when approaching industry research questions, and locate a range of primary and secondary sources to identify and address industry questions
Design and conduct an ethically- and methodologically-sound desktop research study on an appropriate sector issue
Communicate professionally in a style appropriate to the sector, including the preparation of presentations and reports
Reflect on, critically assess, consolidate and synthesise academic and industry media education and training
Form personalised learning objectives for ongoing professional development

University 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.	2, 5, 7
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, 5, 8
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.	3, 5, 6, 7
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, 3, 6, 8
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, 5, 6
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.	1, 8

Learning Resources

Required Resources

There is no textbook or course reader for this course. To successfully complete this course, you will need access to to MyUni.

Online Learning

This course uses MyUni for the provision of course materials, online discussions, assignment advice and help sheets, and other resources. All assignments will be submitted via MyUni.
Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

This course is taught via a combination of 2-hour face-to-face workshops (see timetable for workshop weeks), face-to-face consultations, and self-directed learning. Successful engagement in thiscourse requires your attendance at workshops; due to their interactive nature, workshop content will not be recorded. A small number of remote students can be accommodated on Zoom in a synchronous session with the face to-face workshop. Powerpoint slides and other documents will be provided on MyUni.

Please make sure you check the timetable to ensure you attend classes in the correct weeks.

These approaches are designed to equip you with professional skills and confidence you need as you transition from your undergraduate studies to employment and/or further study. You will engage reflexively with your learning, synthesise academic and professional knowledge, and replicate business communication practices. Your learning in workshops will be supported byin-class peer activities, guest lectures, online content, and research training seminars.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

1 x 2-hour seminar per week (see MyUni for weekly schedule, as seminars do not run every week)

1 hour seminar preparation/reading per week

8 hours assignment preparation per week

Learning Activities Summary

This course is taught via a combination of 2-hour face-to-face workshops (see timetable for workshop weeks), face-to-face consultations, and self-directed learning. The workshops are co-taught with MDIA 3207 Media Industry Transitions.

The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
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

Reflective analysis (30%)
Participation and professionalism (10%)
Research planning presentation (20%)
Research report (40%)

Assessment Detail

No information currently available.

Submission

Written assignments must be submitted through MyUni.

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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