Students
COGS3250 – Advanced Research Experience and Training
2021 – Session 1, Weekday attendance, North Ryde
Notice
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General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Anina Rich
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
130cp and admission to BCogBrainSc and permission by special approval
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit will provide students with the opportunity to participate in an independent research project under a supervisor from the Department of Cognitive Science. Students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple stages of research which may include developing research plans, writing proposals, conducting experiments, analysing data, and reporting results. Especially ambitious and productive students may earn the opportunity to present their findings at a scientific conference, and in rare cases, may even earn authorship on a peer reviewed paper. Admission to the unit is subject to supervisor availability and approval. |
Important Academic Dates
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Formulate an original research question and develop an appropriate experimental design.
- ULO2: Develop and competently use practical laboratory skills and appropriate research methods to investigate a research question.
- ULO3: Critically evaluate and synthesise the primary scientific literature relevant to their research topic.
- ULO4: Communicate research in written form.
- ULO5: Interact with research group members and develop peer networking skills.
General Assessment Information
This is a non-graded unit, as the learning outcomes are best achieved through a satisfactory/unsatisfactory assessment.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Research group participation | 15% | No | Throughout as organised with supervisor |
| Research log book | 20% | No | Throughout |
| Research presentation | 20% | No | As organised with convenor |
| Research report | 45% | No | 5pm Fri 4th June |
Research group participation
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Throughout as organised with supervisor
Weighting: 15%
Attendance at, and active engagement with, the relevant research group meetings and seminars. You will also have to participate in at least 3 student group meetings and/or seminars throughout the session.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Interact with research group members and develop peer networking skills.
Research log book
Assessment Type 1: Log book
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Throughout
Weighting: 20%
Create and maintain a research log book documenting supervisory meetings, research group meetings, as well as the development and conduct of your research. You will have to include an annotated bibliography of relevant readings.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop and competently use practical laboratory skills and appropriate research methods to investigate a research question.
- Critically evaluate and synthesise the primary scientific literature relevant to their research topic.
- Communicate research in written form.
Research presentation
Assessment Type 1: Presentation
Indicative Time on Task 2: 14 hours
Due: As organised with convenor
Weighting: 20%
Presentation of your research, including your plan and results.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Formulate an original research question and develop an appropriate experimental design.
- Develop and competently use practical laboratory skills and appropriate research methods to investigate a research question.
- Critically evaluate and synthesise the primary scientific literature relevant to their research topic.
- Interact with research group members and develop peer networking skills.
Research report
Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 28 hours
Due: 5pm Fri 4th June
Weighting: 45%
Research report similar to a short journal article to document your research. This report will include a description of the relevant literature, as well as the the methods and results of your research.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Formulate an original research question and develop an appropriate experimental design.
- Develop and competently use practical laboratory skills and appropriate research methods to investigate a research question.
- Critically evaluate and synthesise the primary scientific literature relevant to their research topic.
- Communicate research in written form.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Each student will work with an individual supervisor, and the details of participation and relevant meetings will be arranged individually. In addition, the students will participate in three group meetings with the convenor & other supervisors.
There will be an iLearn site for shared resources and discussions. The group meetings will be scheduled to be at a time convenient to the students - the dates for this will be organised through iLearn in Week 1.
The convenor is available for additional support if needed - please email for an appointment.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
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Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook