English Thesis

Subject 106-509 (2008)

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Credit Points: 37.500
Level: Undergraduate
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This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2008:

Semester 1, - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
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Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

Semester 2, - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period not applicable
Assessment Period End not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
Census Date not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail not applicable

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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Regular supervision over two consecutive semesters of enrolment
Total Time Commitment: .
Prerequisites: Admission to the postgraduate diploma or fourth year honours in English.
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Coordinator

To be advised
Subject Overview:

Topics selected in consultation with the coordinator.
Assessment: A thesis of 12 000 words written over two consecutive semesters 100% (due at the end of the second semester of enrolment).
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Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:

  • develop particular generic skills in the following areas:

  • conceptualising and planning a substantial project of original research;

  • presenting material in draft form and engaging productively with a supervisor;

  • consolidating and enhancing established skills in engaging creatively with a critical field;

  • synthesising critical arguments and debates;

  • testing and developing new research methods in relation to ongoing debates;

  • enhancing drafting and writing skills, in both a critical and creative manner;

  • managing time and study resources over a sustained period of time.
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Related Course(s): Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (English Literature)
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Medieval & Renaissance Studies)
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Renaissance and Early Modern Studies)

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