Related Course/s:

A minor thesis unit of study in the Master of Science (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Master of Science (Good Manufacturing Practices) (Honours).

Aims & Objectives:

This unit of study aims to provide students with the opportunity to conduct research into or under GMP conditions.

Teaching Methods:

Self-directed study and/or laboratory work under the guidance of a supervisor.

Assessment:

• Progress Reports (35%)
• Oral Presentation (20%)
• Thesis or Final Report (45%)

Generic Skills Outcomes:

Students will be provided with feedback during the assessment for this unit of study on their progress in attaining the following generic skills:

• Teamwork skills,
• Analysis skills,
• Problem solving skills,
• Communications skills,
• Ability to tackle unfamiliar problems, and the
• Ability to work independently

Content:

HES6422 is the second component of the part-time thesis option. Students will work, under supervision, on a selected research and development project approved by the unit convener. Each project will build on the extensive literature survey carried out in HES6421.

Projects will commonly involve input from relevant industry bodies, including the student's own work place (where appropriate and possible). Supervisory guidance will be given with respect to the writing of a master thesis.

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