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Course description

This is a restricted entry course and requires prior approval from the School. The independent study option allows students of exceptional ability to engage in a minor research project. The course is particularly useful for postgraduate coursework students who wish to investigate a topic of interest not covered by other postgraduate courses. Prospective students must nominate two preferred supervisors. While you are welcome to discuss your intention to apply and proposed research with a member of staff, this is not a requirement. Supervisors will be allocated by the School based on availability, expertise and a fair distribution of supervisory load across the School. Enrolment in the course will be contingent on the School's capacity to identify appropriate supervision. Student eligibility will be examined in the following areas: Grade point average (GPA): successful applicants would be expected to have achieved a program GPA of 5.5 or better in their Masters program Progression through degree: successful applicants would be expected to be in the final semester of their studies (or have completed at least 8 units in the program) Viability of project: the project outline will be reviewed to determine its quality, viability and feasibility Availability of supervisor: the research project must be of direct interest to an academic staff member within the school, who in turn must have the workload capacity to supervise a student. Further information, including the application form and application due dates, is available on the POLSIS website: https://polsis.uq.edu.au/student-support. Students are required to submit the application form and their independent study proposal by the relevant due date by email to polsis@uq.edu.au.

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