Public Policy & Management Thesis

Subject 166-514 (2009)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2009. Search for this in the current handbook

Credit Points: 37.50
Level: 4 (Undergraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

Semester 1, - 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

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 meetings with the supervisor over two consecutive semesters of enrolment
Total Time Commitment: 1 contact hours/week , 9 additional hours/week. Total of 10 hours per week.
Prerequisites: Admission to the Bachelor of Public Policy and Management Honours program, or the Postgraduate Diploma in Public Policy and Management.
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.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Coordinator

Dr Jo Barraket

Contact

Prof. Brian Galligan
galligan@unimelb.edu.au
Subject Overview: A supervised thesis embodying the results of a student's own research.
Objectives:
  • show a capacity for an advanced level of analysis in relation to issues being studied;
  • show an awareness of the latest research directions in the subject;
  • have shown a capacity for independent research.
Assessment: A thesis of 12 000 words 100% (due in October for students who commence in semester one and June for students who commence in semester two).
Prescribed Texts:
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:
  • be able to conceptualise and plan a substantial project of original research;
  • be able to present material in draft form and engage productively with a supervisor;
  • be able to consolidate and enhance established skills in engaging creatively with a critical field;
  • be able to synthesise critical arguments and debates;
  • be able to test and develop new research methods in relation to ongoing debates;
  • be able to enhance drafting and writing skills, in both a critical and creative manner;
  • be able to manage time and study resources over a sustained period of time.
Notes: The Public Policy and Management Thesis is a compulsory component of the Public Policy and Management Honours and Postgraduate Diploma programs.
Related Course(s): Bachelor of Public Policy and Management(Honours)
Related Majors/Minors/Specialisations: Public Policy and Management

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