Area: | Department of Urban and Regional Planning |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 2.0 |
Studio: | 1 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | To develop the necessary skills for the preparation, undertaking and presentation of individual research on a planning topic. To break down research into discrete, manageable tasks that collectively produce a competent planning report. To encourage critical self reflection of research preparation and outcomes. |
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Unit Outcomes: | Upon completion of this unit the students will have developed experience in topic selection, bibliographic support, report structure and case study analysis. Gained experience in research methodologies, analysis, recommendations and reflection. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Feldman, M., (1995). Strategies for Interpreting Qualitative Data. New York, Sage. Frazer, L., (2000). Questionaire Design and Administration: A Practical Guide. Brisbane, Wiley and Sons. Lane, N., (1996). Techniques For Student Research: A Practical Guide. Melbourne, Longman. Lane, N., (2000). Techniques For Student Research: A Comprehensive Guide to Using the Library, New York, Schuman. Strauss, A. , (1998). The Basics of Qualitative Research; Grounded Theory Procedures and Techniques. California,Sage. |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Literature review 20%, Data collection and analysis 20%, Research report 60%. This is a grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 40100 Architecture and Urban Environment (Narrow Grouping) | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Online | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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AvailabilityAvailability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.
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