MDIA 7008 - Media Masters Research Project
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code MDIA 7008 Course Media Masters Research Project Coordinating Unit Media Term Semester 2 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 12 Contact Up to 1 hour per week supervision Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Prerequisites Complete 6 units of research training courses Incompatible MDIA 7003, MDIA 7014A, MDIA 7014B Assumed Knowledge 6 units from MDIA 7007, EDUC 7020, EDUC 7054 and/or EDUC 7055 Restrictions M. Media Programs Assessment 15,000 word research thesis 100% OR Industry or practice-based project: practical work equivalent to 8000 words plus 6000-8000 word exegesis Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Saira Ali
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
- Design and conduct an appropriate and achievable research project in the discipline of Media.
- Identify and address an industry-relevant issue or problem through the critical analysis of an issue or case study.
- Locate, evaluate and synthesise relevant industry and academic literature related to your topic.
- Critically analyse your issue or topic through the identification and application of key theories and concepts in Media.
- Articulate a clear, substantiated and sustained argument informed by theory and practice in Media.
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.
1, 3, 4, 5 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 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.
4, 5 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, 5 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.
1, 2, 4, 5 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1, 2, 4, 5 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
Online Learning
Access to MyUni course site throughout the semester. Final Research Project will be submitted via MyUni. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
Combination of scheduled meetings with the assigned supervisor and independent research.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
WORKLOAD – STRUCTURED LEARNING TOTAL HOURS
1 x 1-hour supervision meeting per fortnight 6 hours per semester
Additional consultations as required 6 hours per semester
TOTAL = 12 hours per semester
WORKLOAD – SELF-DIRECTED LEARNING TOTAL HOURS
25 hours independent research per week,
including reading and thesis preparation 300 hours per semester
TOTAL = 300 hours per semesterLearning Activities Summary
Combination of scheduled consultations with the assigned supervisor and independent research.Specific Course Requirements
Ability to conduct independent research. -
Assessment
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
Thesis 100%
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Arefact & Exegesis 100%Assessment Detail
No information currently available.
Submission
Assessment will be submitted via MyUni course site.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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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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- Elder Conservatorium of Music Noise Management Plan
- Intellectual Property Policy
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- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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