Arts

HSD707

2012  HSD707  Applied Research Project

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Available as a Student Elective: No

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OFFERINGS

Unit Sem 1 Sem 2 Full Yr Spring Summer Winter HSD707 Distance(H,L,W) Key Semester Dates Semester Campus Attendance Note Start Date Census Date Final WW Date* End Date Sem 1 H Distance 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 Sem 1 L Distance 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 Sem 1 W Distance 27-FEB-2012 23-MAR-2012 16-APR-2012 01-JUN-2012 *The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (see Withdrawal dates explained for more information). About Census Dates

DESCRIPTION

This unit, which follows on from Research Project Design, provides students with skills in the application of Regional Development Policy theory and methodology to 'coalface' problems and demands in government, industry and/or the community. After reviewing critical issues in the application of research to needs in these sectors, students will, in negotiation with the unit co-ordinator, and following the completion of any necessary ethical and other approvals, investigate and report on aspects of their chosen research topic as it relates to current government, industry and/or community issues.

WEIGHT:  12.5%

ASSESSMENT: 5,000 word applied research report (100%). An oral class presentation of project (30 mins) is compulsory but not formally assessed.

TEACHING PATTERN: Self-directed learning with monthly communication with unit coordinator. Weekend study school for presentation of projects.

FLEXIBLE & ONLINE STUDY OPTIONS
Note: Class attendance may still be required

   Web dependent - H,L,W
Some parts of this unit will be taught online
   Flexible scheduling - H,L,W
Some classes will be held outside normal teaching hours; e.g. weekend blocks, summer schools etc
About Flexible Study Options

REQUISITE INFO

Prereq

Completion of 100% of coursework units

TEXTS
Launceston Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)
Hobart Co-op Bookshop Website - Semester (Sem 1)

STAFF: Dr Tony McCall

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