Master Thesis

Course aim

This is a continuation of the course Masters Research Theory and Practice (ENGG 5020) where the students would have selected a project and a supervisor. They would have also completed the research proposal and partial literature review. In this course, the students are required to complete the project under supervision, including writing a thesis and do a presentation. At least 300 hours of student effort will be required to complete the project and thesis.

Course content

Design, planning and scheduling of a project in the area of chosen specialisation; literature review; project methodology; significant progress in carrying out the selected project. At least 300 hours of student effort will be required to complete the project and thesis.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
ENGG 5020	Masters Research Theory and Practice

Students are required to have successfully completed at least 18 units in the program before enrolling in MFET 5034 Master Thesis.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Directed Study	4.5 hours x 13 weeks
Lecture	3 hours x 4 weeks
Seminar	1 day x 1 week

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Presentation, Reflection, Thesis

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.250
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.