James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2022

SC3901 - Special Topic 1

Subject Description

An independent study and/or research devoted to a topic not available through structured coursework. The subject is to be developed in consultation with a member of staff from the College of Science and Engineering and the student's course coordinator. To request enrolment in this subject student's should (1) attain approval from a research supervisor (usually an academic or research staff member in the College), (2) identify a project in consultation with the supervisor, and (3) email confirmation from supervisor and a brief description of the project to the subject coordinator.

Learning Outcomes

• the ability to plan, conduct and manage research in their discipline
• the ability to formulate and solve research problems
• the ability to understand theoretical concepts in a range of topics which give background to the research
• the capacity to work independently
• gain experience in problem-solving and scientific decision- making
• develop skills in preparing and presenting written technical reports and/or oral presentations

Subject Assessment

• Written > Research report

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.

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