Overview

The Human Geography Honours stream introduces undergraduate students to human geography research. Students undertake a supervised research project that places emphasis on scientific research methods, the use of relevant specialised techniques, critical thinking and scientific communication via written submissions and oral presentations. The learning and teaching philosophy underpinning this course … For more content click the Read More button below. Student research projects relate to multiple fields of human and social geography and closely related research interests of staff. The Human Geography Honours stream involves undertaking a research project that, although conducted under supervision, contains substantial independent research and self-direction. The research project is described in a thesis that forms a major part of the assessment. The research project is complemented by introductory written and oral background presentations and oral presentation of the research project. There are also relevant advanced level courses that students must undertake.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Ability to access scholarly journal articles
  • Scholars
2.
Gained knowledge and practical skills in research techniques related to their research topic.
  • Scholars
  • Professionals
3.
Ability to accurately obtain research data and draw conclusions from their data.
  • Leaders
  • Scholars
4.
Ability to critically assess their research data and integrate it into the wider field.
  • Global citizens
  • Professionals
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Ability to critically evaluate and synthesise scientific literature that informs their research topic.
  • Professionals
  • Scholars
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Ability to work in teams and communicate scientific information effectively in both oral and written formats.
  • Professionals
  • Global citizens

Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - BA (Hons)4511 - Arts (Honours)

Specialisation Structure

Students must complete 48 UOC.

Core Courses18 Units of Credit:
Research Project30 Units of Credit:

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