Master of Arts in Social Theory (Advanced Seminars and Shorter Thesis)

Course 102-KH (2008)

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Year and Campus: 2008
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Level: Graduate/Postgraduate

Contact

Graduate Enquiries, Arts & Music Student Centre Rm 104 (Ground Floor) Old Arts Building Tel: +61 3 8344 5321/+61 3 8344 6395 Fax: +61 3 9347 0424 Email: arts-research@unimelb.edu.au
Course Overview:

The masters program allows students to combine coursework with extensive independent research in social theory. The thesis should demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing scholarship in the area of research. Candidates may advance to the Doctor of Philosophy degree after successful completion of the masters or may apply to convert to the PhD at an earlier stage. An honours grade of at least H2A (75%) average must be attained in the respective thesis and advanced seminar components of the course to qualify for the award of the masters degree.

Course coordinator:
Dr John Rundell
School of Social and Environmental Enquiry
Email: johnfr@unimelb.edu.au

Objectives:

Students who complete the masters will:

  • demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of at least one significant tradition in social theory;
  • acquire knowledge of some major contemporary debates regarding their subject area;
  • demonstrate a critical engagement with theoretical and substantive literature in their areas of study;
  • establish a basis for further postgraduate research.
Course Structure & Available Subjects:
  • Thesis 20,000-22,000 words
  • 2 elective subjects
Total points per year 100 - subjects are 12.5 points each, unless indicated otherwise.
Subject Options: Thesis subject
Subject
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Credit Points:
RHD First Half Year, RHD Second Half Year
Elective subject
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Candidates may substitute one of their electives with a subject offered by another department, with the prior approval of the course coordinator. Only Fifth Year subjects can be selected. No student may repeat a unit undertaken as part of an Honours or MA Preliminary course.
Entry Requirements:

A four year BA (Honours) degree with a research component or equivalent in the appropriate area of study or closely related area. The grade for the honours thesis component must be at least equivalent to an H2A (75%) at The University of Melbourne and the overall honours result must be at least equivalent to an H2B (70%).

Applicants must include a thesis proposal of 600 words with their application. The primary basis for selection is academic merit, however, consideration will also be given to the quality of the thesis proposal, research potential, and the availability of an appropriate supervisor. Academic references may be required to assess the applicant's eligibility.

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.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability
Graduate Attributes: None
Links to further information: www.social-environmental.unimelb.edu.au

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