Thesis (Masters/coursework)
Subject 512-902 (2009)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2009. Search for this in the current handbook
| Credit Points: | 18.75 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Level: | 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Dates & Locations: | This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009: Semester 1, - Taught on campus.
Semester 2, - Taught on campus.
Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Time Commitment: | Contact Hours: As appropriate to the research project. Total Time Commitment: Not available | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites: | 512-900 Research Proposal | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 Virginia Margaret Holmes| Subject Overview: |
The student will conduct research under appropriate academic supervision and submit the work in the form of a thesis of at least 6,000 but no more than 10,000 words by 30 October in the final year of enrolment in the subject. |
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| Objectives: | To help students prepare a final draft of the applied research project they proposed in the first-year Research Proposal subject. Ton ensure studnetes receive a thorough grounding in research desing and report writing to a publishable standard. To develop an increased understanding of the application and interpretation of statistical procedures. To facilitate understanding of the importance of evidence-based practice and outcome research. |
| Assessment: |
Students will be required to submit a thesis progress report at the end of each semester. Satisfactory progress is required for continued enrolment in the subject. The thesis will be submitted for evaluation to two examiners, at least one of whom is normally external to the University. The thesis will be marked according to the standard university grading system. |
| Prescribed Texts: | None |
| Breadth Options: | This subject is not available as a breadth subject. |
| Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
| Generic Skills: |
To develop a sophisticated approach to critically appraising one's own work and that of others. To develop a deeper understanding of the processes and outcomes involved in conducting research. To develop a refined ability to communicate effectively and concisely with others. |
| Related Course(s): |
Master of Psychology (Clinical Child) Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology) Master of Psychology (Clinical) |
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