This course has a vocational focus. It assists students to develop skills in research and scientific communication in the relevant discipline, including design and performance of experiments or action research, analysis and presentation of research data, working under supervision, either independently or as part of a research team, and preparation of written and oral scientific reports that use these skills.

The aim of the course is to prepare students to apply research focused on one of the following:

This course includes a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experience in which your knowledge and skills are applied and assessed in a real or simulated workplace context.