James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2020
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WS3513 - Research Proposal Seminar
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2020 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 1 |
| Prerequisites: | SS1103, SY2005, SY2012 or WS2007 |
| Administered by: | College of Arts, Society & Education |
Subject Description
- The subject will provide a practical guide for students who wish to develop their social work research methods skills. The emphasis will be on research methods and processes. Students will design a research project and project proposal including a thorough review of literature. Students will learn how to develop a strong rationale and argument for the importance for their project. Research is an essential practice skill in social work and this subject provides students with real world skills for field research. Additionally, those students applying for the BSW Honours degree will have a proposal ready for their application to Honours at completion of this subject.
Learning Outcomes
- know how to develop a literature review
- plan and develop a research proposal
- understand the research process
- articulate and explain proposed research
Subject Assessment
- Online presentation - (40%)
- Research proposal - (60%)
Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.
Availabilities
Study Period 2, External | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 27 Aug 2020 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 27 Jul 2020 to Friday, 20 Nov 2020 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Ann Carrington Assoc. Professor Nonie Harris |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Ann Carrington |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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