Shorter Thesis - Philosophy Int. Justice

Subject 161-520 (2009)

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Credit Points:
Level: Research Higher Degree
Dates & Locations: This is a time-based subject, taught on campus at .
Time Commitment: Total Time Commitment: 1 contact hours/week, 9 additional hours/week. Total of 10 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Admission into the MA in Philosophy (International Justice).
Corequisites: Global Justice (Dr Jeremy Moss) Course Code: 161-515
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 Jeremy Moss

Contact

Dr Jeremy Moss
jmoss@unimelb.edu.au
Subject Overview: A shorter thesis based on original research, on a topic approved by the course co-ordinator.
Objectives: Students who successfully complete this project will
  • have developed an understanding of the fundamentals of philosophical argumentation and theory;
  • be able to demonstrate a substantial knowledge of the area of International Justice;
  • understand the theoretical sources of the key concepts in this area of study;
  • understand the application of these concepts to their professional field or study area;
  • have developed research and analysis skills to enable further study in the area of international justice at a higher academic level;
  • present theories and arguments concisely and critically.
Assessment: A thesis of 20-22,000 words.
Prescribed Texts:
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:
  • undertake advanced study in a specialised branch of philosophy as determined by the student
  • acquire research skills and an understanding of the methods required for advanced research in philosophy;
  • complete a major thesis, based on original research and revealing an awareness of current theoretical directions in their chosen field.
Related Course(s): Master of Arts in Philosophy (International Justice)(Adv.Seminars&ShTh)

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