Overview
Students who have completed the three year BSc (Mineral Science) major may enrol in this Honours year. The Honours year is used to extend a student's grasp of the principles and practice of mineral science by undertaking a rigorous, research-based project. Mentoring by a member of staff enables Honours students … For more content click the Read More button below.
Structure
24 credit points
Major24 credit points
Admission requirements
Entry requirements (onshore)
English language requirements
Learning outcomes
1.
Demonstrate coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts in Mineral Science
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of research principles and methods
3.
Review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to identify and provide solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
4.
Apply technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of a body of knowledge and theoretical concepts with advanced understanding in some areas
5.
Exercise critical thinking and judgement in developing new understanding
6.
Present a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
7.
Demonstrate initiative and judgement in professional practice and/or scholarship
8.
Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
9.
Show responsibility and accountability for own learning and practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
10.
Plan and execute project work and/or a piece of research and scholarship with some independence
Professional outcomes
Professional recognition
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