Information Resources

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
RESE 5001
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Course ID
204853
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
2
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This is a core course in the Graduate Certificate in Research Skills and Master of Research programs providing an introduction to identifying and utilising information sources relevant for research; for those who have no significant prior learning of research methods and skills. It forms a foundation for further development of research skills through further coursework, and the conduct of supervised research. Students will learn how to locate, review and evaluate sources of information on prior research on a particular topic, to identify gaps in knowledge or understanding and to position a proposed research or creative work in the context of prior work.

Course learning outcomes

  • Locate relevant sources of information relating to the existing body of knowledge and prior research on a specialised field.
  • Review and evaluate sources of information on prior research on a particular topic, with a view to identifying currents gaps in knowledge or understanding.

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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