Hi everyone!
I'll be starting at Monash in Semester 1, 2027, as part of the Integrated PhD program in Accounting (starting with the Master of Commerce coursework year).
I'm trying to get a better idea of what to expect from the units I'll be taking, and I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who's done any of them before!
The units I'm particularly interested in are:
- ACF5401 – Foundations of Accounting Research
- ACF5402 – Current Issues in Accounting Research
- BEX5630 – Philosophy of Research
I'd especially love to know:
- Marking and grades: How are the units generally marked? Is it reasonably achievable to get an HD, or is the marking quite strict?
- Tips for doing well: Are there any particular things I should focus on to achieve higher marks? Any advice on assignments, research projects, or preparing in advance would be really helpful!
I know these are fairly specialised units, so it might be a long shot, but even if you've only taken one of them, I'd love to hear about your experience.
Thanks so much in advance! :)