Shorter Thesis - Philosophy

Subject 161-502 (2008)

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Credit Points: 75.000
Level: Research Higher Degree
Dates & Locations:

This subject is not offered in 2008.
Time Commitment: Total Time Commitment: Not available
Prerequisites: A four year BA(Hons) degree with a research component or equivalent in the appropriate area of study, or closely related area, with an honours result at least equivalent to an H2B (70%) at the University of Melbourne.
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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Coordinator

Dr Douglas Adeney
Subject Overview:

A minor thesis based on original research, on a topic to be approved by the course coordinator.
Assessment: A thesis of 20 000-22 000 words 100%.
Prescribed Texts: None
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:
  • improve research skills;
  • refine skills in assessing the strength of arguments, identifying theoretical assumptions, and assessing conflicting arguments;
  • acquire the ability to develop and defend one's own position with respect to complex theoretical issues through sustained argument.
Related Course(s): Master of Arts in Philosophy (Advanced Seminars and Shorter Thesis)

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