Course coordinator
Miss Chrystal Douflias
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 6
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Mathematics & Physics School
Research project. Students completing the course in a single semester must enrol in MRES7018. Students completing the course over 2 semesters must enrol in MRES7019 (start semester 1, finish semester 2) or MRES7020 (start semester 2, finish semester 1).
A two week residential component at St Lucia campus is required for this course. The timetabling of this will be dependent upon the individual student’s project and will be decided in conjunction with the student’s supervisor early in the semester. This is a 6 unit research project offered by the Centre, reflecting the importance of the residential component offering practical experience in the areas of imaging, radiochemistry or radiophysics.
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Course requirements
Assumed background
Undergraduate qualification in Science
Recommended prerequisites
We recommend completing the following courses before enrolling in this one:
(MRES7001 or MRES7100) + MRES7004 or MOLI7101
Incompatible
You can't enrol in this course if you've already completed the following:
MRES7015, MRES7018, MRES7019, MRES7021, MRES7022, MOLI7200, MOLI7201, MOLI7202 and MOLI7203.
Restrictions
Permission required from Centre for Advanced Imaging.
Course contact
Timetable
Additional timetable information
There is no course material supplied or tutorials for this course.ﾠ Help will be given in the literature, etc. appropriate for each individual project.ﾠ The course profile and supplementary course material can be found on Blackboard. Internal students work with data acquired at CAI and have weekly meetings as required with the course coordinator.ﾠ
Aims and outcomes
Conduct a research project using imaging, radiochemistry or radiophysics
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Analyse results, create reports and discuss findings
LO2.
Collect, analyse and organise information and convey that information clearly and fluently
LO3.
Make recommendations and improvements to the field
LO4.
Review literature and design a research project using MRI
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Project Definition | 20% |
13/09/2024 2:00 pm
Friday of Week 8 |
| Presentation | PowerPoint Presentation | 20% |
Thursday of Week 13 in Semester 1 2025 |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Dissertation | 60% |
Friday of Week 13 in Semester 1, 2025 |
Assessment details
Project Definition
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
13/09/2024 2:00 pm
Friday of Week 8
- Learning outcomes
- L01
Task description
Project proposal must include aim, justification, method, equipment and bibliography.
Submission guidelines
Please submit via Blackboard
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
See ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT INFORMATION for the extension and deferred examination information relating to this assessment item.
PowerPoint Presentation
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
Thursday of Week 13 in Semester 1 2025
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
PowerPoint presentation of the project. This should be presented to a couple of UQ staff members. The PowerPoint presentation can be completed in person or over zoom. A critique form will be completed by at least two staff members.
Submission guidelines
Please email the presentation and the critic forms to the course coordinator.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
See ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT INFORMATION for the extension and deferred examination information relating to this assessment item.
Dissertation
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
Friday of Week 13 in Semester 1, 2025
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
Submit an absolute maximum of 15000 words. Should follow standard format:
- Introduction, which concludes with aim and hypothesis
- Literature review
- Method
- Results
- Discussion and Imaging Portfolio
- Conclusion
- Bibliography
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
See ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT INFORMATION for the extension and deferred examination information relating to this assessment item.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: The dissertation and PowerPoint presentation demonstrate a very limited grasp of the present state of knowledge as indicated by the literature review, and how the investigation could contribute to that knowledge, and a poor attempt is made to outline some of the objectives of the study, and the methodology used. The results are incomplete and the discussion displays very limited knowledge of the effective application or usefulness of the project, and no bibliography is given. |
| 2 (Fail) |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: The dissertation and PowerPoint presentation demonstrate a limited grasp of the present state of knowledge as indicated by the literature review, and how the investigation could contribute to that knowledge, and attempts to outline some of the objectives of the study, and the methodology used. The results, presentation and the discussion display some knowledge of the effective application or usefulness of the project, and an incomplete bibliography is presented. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: The dissertation and PowerPoint presentation demonstrate some understanding of the present state of knowledge as indicated by the literature review, and how the investigation could contribute to that knowledge, and gives some of the objectives of the study, and the methodology used. The results, presentation and the discussion display some knowledge of the usefulness or application of the project, and bibliography is presented. |
| 4 (Pass) |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 50% The dissertation and PowerPoint presentation demonstrate an adequate understanding of the present state of knowledge as indicated by the literature review, and how the investigation could contribute to that knowledge, and gives an outline of the objectives and methodology used. The results are presented and the discussion displays knowledge of the effective usefulness or application of the research, and a bibliography is presented. |
| 5 (Credit) |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 65% The dissertation and PowerPoint presentation demonstrate a good grasp of the present state of knowledge as indicated by the literature review, and how the investigation could contribute to that knowledge, and gives a clear and concise outline of the objectives and methodology used. The results and discussion display insight into effective usefulness or application of the research, and the bibliography is presented in a standard journal format. |
| 6 (Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 75% The dissertation and PowerPoint presentation demonstrate a comprehensive grasp of the present state of knowledge as indicated by a full literature review, and how the investigation could contribute to that knowledge, and gives a clear and concise outline of the objectives and methodology used. The results and discussion display very good insight into the usefulness or application of the research, and an accurate bibliography is presented in a standard journal format. |
| 7 (High Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: 85% The dissertation and PowerPoint presentation demonstrate an excellent grasp of the present state of knowledge as indicated by a comprehensive literature review, and how the investigation could contribute to that knowledge, and gives a clear and concise outline of the objectives and methodology used. The results and discussion display excellent insight into the effective usefulness or practical application of the research, and an accurate bibliography is presented in a standard journal format. |
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
For more information about supplementary assessment please contact the course co-ordinator after receiving feedback for the course.
Additional assessment information
Submission of a draft
- If you wish to submit a draft of the dissertation before final submission, you must contact the course coordinator three weeks prior to submission date.
Feedback and Final Results:ﾠ
- A full commentary is given on the dissertation, and if it fails to meet the requirements, may be resubmitted.ﾠ
Submission of Assignments
Submission of assignments by EMAIL will NOT BE ACCEPTED.
All written assignments eg. essays, reports, proposals, literature reviews etc must be submitted through Turnitin.
Turnitin submission
- Access the Assessment folder on the course Blackboard site
- Upload an electronic version through the assessment Turnitin site.ﾠStudents are permitted to submit a draft for checking, the portal will be open one week before the due date.
- You will be sent a receipt, retain the receipt as proof of submission.
- If you don't receive a receipt then your assignment has not been submitted - please re-submit.
PLAGIARISM: You should be aware that the University employs purpose built software to detect plagiarism. It is very important that you understand clearly the practical meaning of plagiarism.
Students are encouraged to read the UQ Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy (http://ppl.app.uq.edu.au/content/3.60.04-student-integrity-and-misconduct) which makes a comprehensive statement about the University's approach to plagiarism, including the approved use of plagiarism detection software, the consequences of plagiarism and the principles associated with preventing plagiarism.
Artificial Intelligence
The assessment tasks in this course evaluate students’ abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Applications for Extensions to Assessment Due Dates
Extension requests are submitted online via my.UQ – applying for an extension. Extension requests received in any other way will not be approved. Additional details associated with extension requests, including acceptable and unacceptable reasons, may be found at my.UQ.
Please note:
- Requests for an extension to an assessment due date must be submitted through your my.UQ portal and you must provide documentation of your circumstances, as soon as it becomes evident that an extension is needed. Your application must be submitted on or before the assessment item's due date and time.
- Applications for extension can take time to be processed so you should continue to work on your assessment item while awaiting a decision. We recommend that you submit any completed work by the due date, and this will be marked if your application is not approved. Should your application be approved, then you will be able to resubmit by the agreed revised due date.
- If an extension is approved, you will be notified via your my.UQ portal and the new date and time for submission provided. It is important that you check the revised date as it may differ from the date that you requested.
- If the basis of the application is a medical condition, applications should be accompanied by a medical certificate dated prior to the assignment due date. If you are unable to provide documentation to support your application by the due date and time you must still submit your application on time and attach a written statement (Word document) outlining why you cannot provide the documentation. You must then upload the documentation to the portal within 24 hours.
- If an extension is being sought on the basis of exceptional circumstances, it must be accompanied by supporting documentation (eg. Statutory declaration).
- For extensions based on a SAP you may be granted a maximum of 7 days (if no earlier maximum date applies). See the Extension or Deferral availability section of each assessment for details. Your SAP is all that is required as documentation to support your application. However, additional extension requests for the assessment item will require the submission of additional supporting documentation e.g., a medical certificate. All extension requests must be received by the assessment due date and time.
- Students may be asked to submit evidence of work completed to date. Lack of adequate progress on your assessment item may result in an extension being denied.
- If you have been ill or unable to attend class for more than 14 days, you are advised to carefully consider whether you are capable of successfully completing your courses this semester. You might be eligible to withdraw without academic penalty - seek advice from the Faculty that administers your program.
- There are no provisions for exemption from an assessment item within UQ rules. If you are unable to submit an assessment piece then, under special circumstances, you may be granted an exemption, but may be required to submit alternative assessment to ensure all learning outcomes are met.
Applications to defer an exam
In certain circumstances you can apply to take a deferred examination for in-semester and end-of-semester exams. You'll need to demonstrate through supporting documentation how unavoidable circumstances prevented you from sitting your exam. If you can’t, you can apply for a one-off discretionary deferred exam.
Deferred Exam requests are submitted online via mySi-net. Requests received in any other way will not be approved. Additional details associated with deferred examinations, including acceptable and unacceptable reasons may be found at my.UQ.
Please note:
- Applications can be submitted no later than 5 calendar days after the date of the original exam.
- There are no provisions to defer a deferred exam. You need to be available to sit your deferred examination.
- Your deferred examination request(s) must have a status of "submitted" in mySI-net to be assessed.
- All applications for deferred in-semester examinations are assessed by the relevant school. Applications for deferred end-of-semester examinations are assessed by the Academic Services Division.
- You’ll receive an email to your student email account when the status of your application is updated.
- If you have a medical condition, mental health condition or disability and require alternative arrangements for your deferred exam you’ll need to complete the online alternative exam arrangements through my.UQ. This is in addition to your deferred examinations request. You need to submit this request on the same day as your request for a deferred exam or supplementary assessment. Contact Student Services if you need assistance completing your alternative exam arrangements request.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Additional learning resources information
Students are encouraged to use the UQ Library services.
Students are also encouraged to access a number of international databases available through the library.ﾠ
Use the search tool "UQ Library Search" on the UQ Library website to search the Library's online and print collection. Access itﾠhere.
Email Miranda at m.marriette@library.uq.eduﾠfor more help.ﾠ
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Multiple weeks |
Workshop |
Powerpoint presentation of project Begin to prepare Powerpoint of project. This should be presented to a group of your peers. |
Not Timetabled |
Dissertation Begin to prepare a dissertation as per the guidelines under Section 5. Assessment |
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Not Timetabled |
Project Definition Students should contact the course co-ordinator to discuss the project proposal and related ethical considerations |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.