Minor thesis

MAP5002 concludes a three-unit sequence (MAP5000, MAP5001 and MAP5002) which provides students with research experience.

In MAP5000 students developed a research proposal and protocol. MAP5001 focussed on collection and analysis of data for the study.

The current unit, MAP5002, provides the opportunity to progress the study to its conclusion, allowing students to develop advanced skills in gathering and interrogating data using appropriate analytical processes, and developing an informed and defensible conclusion. Students will submit a written minor thesis at the conclusion of this unit, and present the findings.

The thesis may optionally include the results chapter in the form of a ready-for-submission journal article.

Successful completion of MAP5000, MAP5001 and MAP5002 with an overall grade of 70 Distinction or above may permit a student to apply for a graduate research program including the PhD at Monash University.