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Major Project - History of Astronomy
Postgraduate | SWI-AST80012 | 2019
Course information for 2019 intake
Delve into a galactic study of a historical universe and its celestial objects. Observe heavenly bodies. Survey matter and motion outside the Earth’s atmosphere. Research and record methods and investigations. Report and illuminate discoveries.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- -
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Major Project - History of Astronomy
About this subject
Students who successfully complete this subject will be able to:
- Demonstrate detailed knowledge of a particular aspect of astronomical history
- Develop and identify a project proposal which includes a research plan, the project aims, objectives and expected outcomes
- Design and create a literature review for the project, providing a description of background reading and the plan of research to give a broad understanding of the topic
- Demonstrate independent research
- Design and create a comprehensive record of research methodologies and references/resources utilised
- Design and create a detailed project report of techniques used, investigations undertaken and conclusions reached
- Students will undertake a substantial literature and/or internet research project on a particular aspect or period of the history of astronomy
- Previous project topics are listed to give an idea of the scope of project expected.
- Students should suggest their own project, subject to negotiation with the unit convener.
- Each student will work closely with a supervisor, and, where appropriate, students will collaborate with each other via newsgroup discussions.
This subject aims to develop the student's knowledge and understanding of a particular aspect or period of the history of astronomy, and their practical literature and Internet research skills, plus synthesis and communication skills.
One of the assignments tasks may also include logging your work electronically. (Electronic Logbook).
- Project proposel (20%)
- Literature review (30%)
- Project (50%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Prior study
You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:
one of
- SWI-AST80008-History of Astronomy
SWI-HET607 (Not currently available)
Equivalent subjects
You should not enrol in this subject if you have successfully completed any of the following subject(s) because they are considered academically equivalent:
SWI-HET612 (Not currently available)
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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