Research Paper

Subject MUSI90119 (2016)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2016.

Credit Points: 18.75
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject is not offered in 2016.

Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Candidates will receive regular individual supervision as agreed with the supervisor (Year long)
Total Time Commitment: Not available
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

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Contact

Melbourne Conservatorium of Music

T: +613 90353471 or +613 83444337
E: dstrover@unimelb.edu.au / jessyew@unimelb.edu.au

Melbourne Conservatorium of Music
VCA and Music Student Centre

Contact: www.vcam.unimelb.edu.au/contact
Web: www.conservatorium.unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

Candidates will pursue an independent, research-based study. The proposed topic must have the prior approval of the Head of School.

Candidates are to submit a written report of 8,000-10,000 words for assessment.

MUSI90119 is undertaken full-time over 2 semesters. Students wishing to complete their Research Project on a part-time basis over 4 semesters should enrol in MUSI90124 Research Paper (Part-Time) instead of MUSI90119.

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a command of both standard literature and writings at the current scholarly forefront of the chosen field;
  • Develop the capacity for independent and original research and the ability to, plan and execute a substantial research project.
Assessment:

The research paper submitted by the candidate will be examined and graded by two examiners pursuant to Statute 12.1.

Candidates are required to present their research findings as a 20-minute paper to the Postgraduate Seminar during the second semester of enrolment.

Prescribed Texts:

None.

Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date

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