Applied research project: Social impact lab

This cross program elective unit is designed to enable you to apply your core program skills to a real-world problem, harnessing the power of data for social impact. You will work in teams, drawing from publicly available data to address a specific challenge faced by
society, business, or government. Each team will present the final results of their project to an expert panel of assessors. The unit will develop thinkers who combine evidence-based solutions with persuasive communication and visualization. You will meet before the
term commences to draft their project proposals and identify data sources. On completion of the unit you unit will acquire enhanced professional skills in data analysis, problem solving, project management, and client communications.