Art History Thesis

Subject 107-520 (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.
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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 contact with the supervisor over two consecutive semesters of enrolment
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Prerequisites: Admission to the postgraduate diploma or fourth-year honours in art history.
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Coordinator

Gary Hickey (s1), 4th year coord (s2)
Subject Overview:

Students are required to write a thesis of 12 000 words on a topic approved by the supervisor.
Assessment: A 12 000 word thesis 100% (due in 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:

  • be able to research through the competent use of the library and other information sources, and be able to define areas of inquiry and methods of research in the preparation of essays;

  • be able to conceptualise theoretical problems, form judgements and arguments and communicate critically, creatively and theoretically through essay writing, tutorial discussion and presentations;

  • be able to communicate knowledge intelligibly and economically through essay writing and tutorial discussion;

  • be able to manage and organise workloads for recommended reading, the completion of essays and assignments and examination revision;

  • be able to participate in team work through involvement in syndicate groups and group discussions.
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Related Course(s): Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Medieval & Renaissance Studies)
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts (Renaissance and Early Modern Studies)
Postgraduate Diploma in Arts(Art History)

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