Creative Writing Thesis - 50

Subject 106-534 (2008)

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Credit Points: 50.000
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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Last date to Self-Enrol not applicable
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Semester 2, - Taught on campus.
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Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Regular supervision throughout the year
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Prerequisites: Entry into honours or postgraduate diploma in Creative Writing
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Coordinator

Robyn Ferrell & Kevin Brophy
Subject Overview:

The student will negotiate a suitable thesis topic with a supervisor, attend meetings and supervision sessions as required, complete reports and present work in progress to appropriate seminars across two concurrent semesters.

Assessment: 15000 words or equivalent 100% (due at the end of the second semester of enrolment). Up to 50% of the thesis can be creative work. The dissertation must be at least 50% of the weighting, and can contribute more than this.
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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:

  • be able to conceive, design and develop a research project under supervision;

  • be able to accept and make productive use of critical feedback and critical discussion;

  • be able to work on a self-devised research and creative projects independently;

  • be able to present their work in public settings.
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Related Course(s): Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Creative Writing)

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