Research Engagement (STEM)
Overview
The unit aims to inspire and enable research students to apply engagement skills to their research activities. By doing so, it is expected that the students will be able to develop sound knowledge and practical skills for professional engagement. Ultimately, the students are expected to effectively engage with academics and researchers and disseminate research outcomes and provide professional services that directly benefit to research communities and the public.
Requisites
Admission to PhD/Gradaute Certificate of Research and Innovation Management
Rule
Admission to PhD/Gradaute Certificate of Research and Innovation Management
16-February-2025
13-April-2025
01-June-2025
03-August-2025
14-September-2025
02-November-2025
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Engage effectively with academic staff and research students within and across disciplines beyond the classrooms and campus walls
- Communication effectively and proficiently using a variety of forms to a range of audiences including academics, professionals and the public
- Provide professional services to academic communities, industries, government and public organisation
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
| Type | Hours per week | Number of weeks | Total (number of hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unspecified Learning Activities (Phasing out) Independent Learning | 12.50 | 12 weeks | 150 |
| TOTAL | 150 |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,3 |
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,3 |
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,3 |
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,2 |
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,2 |
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,2 |
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,3 |
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,3 |
| Assessment | Individual | 0% | 1,3 |
Content
The content of this unit varies based on the students’ selection of the recommended activities. This includes:
- Research education workshop
- Training workshop on knowledge and skills related to science, engineering and technology
- Conference paper writing and submission
- Journal paper writing and submission
- Book chapeter writing and submission
Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.