42670 Research Foundations

Description

This subject provides higher degree by research students (Masters and PhD) with an introduction to research studies. The subject helps students to understand the nature and purpose of research and aims to develop the initiation of their own research through a focused literature review and data management plan. The subject aims to place student work in the wider context of the research ecosystem, introducing academic publishing and presenting, as well as developing an understanding of the need for research integrity and ethical considerations. The subject also helps to build an understanding of the wider application of research studies beyond the academy and introduces students to research assessment processes at UTS.