66048 Groundwater Science Project PT GD (Part A)

This is the first part of a two-semester project comprising Part A and Part B. The objective of this project is to provide candidates with the opportunity to research specific groundwater engineering, resource, environmental or contamination problems. Projects should reflect the knowledge and experience obtained throughout the coursework component of the course, and should demonstrate initiative, creativity and practical problem solving. The depth and extent of the research should reflect the level of the degree, i.e. a Master's project is more in-depth and critical than a Graduate Diploma project. Each project is a substantial study that must be completed to a high professional standard. It must, however, be realistic with due regard to the time, supervision and facilities available. Each student is required at commencement of the project to write a short (two-page) research plan which addresses the following issues: introduction; statement of the problem; importance of the project; research objectives; methods; expected results; and timetable (milestones, dates). This research plan is submitted to the Subject Coordinator for endorsement or revision. At the conclusion of the project, three bound copies of a comprehensive report are submitted. In special circumstances, with the agreement of the project supervisor, alternative modes of project reporting might be acceptable (e.g. conference papers).

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus