Shorter Thesis - Applied Philosophy

Subject PHIL90011 (2010)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2010.

Credit Points:
Level: Research Higher Degree
Dates & Locations: This is a time-based subject, taught on campus at Parkville.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Regular meetings with supervisor throughout period of enrolment.
Total Time Commitment: 30 hours a week if full-time.
Prerequisites: Admission to the MA in Applied Philosophy.
Corequisites: Students will normally enrol in the following 2 subjects over the period of their enrolment in this subject.
Subject
Study Period Commencement:
Credit Points:
Semester 1, Semester 2
12.50
Semester 1
12.50
Recommended Background Knowledge: Knowledge gained in the successful completion of a four year Honours degree or equivalent, with thesis component.
Non Allowed Subjects: None.
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering requests for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Cwth 2005), and Students Experiencing Academic Disadvantage Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Description, Subject Objectives, Generic Skills and Assessment Requirements of this entry.

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Coordinator

Mr Andrew Alexandra

Contact

Andrew Alexandra
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Subject Overview:

A minor thesis based on original research, on a topic to be approved by the course coordinator.
Objectives:

Students who successfully complete this subject should...

  • have gained experience in the production of a sustained piece of philosophical writing.
  • made a contribution towards the solution of the selected question.
  • completed a thesis based on original research and revealing an awareness of current theoretical directions in their chosen field.
Assessment: A Thesis of 20-22,000 words
Prescribed Texts: Appropriate texts will be determined in consultation with the thesis supervisor.
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:

students who successfully complete this subject will:

  • undertake advanced study in a specialized branch of philosophy as determined by the student.
  • acquire research skills and an understanding of the methods required for advanced research in philosophy.
Links to further information: http://www.philosophy.unimelb.edu.au/cappe/
Related Course(s): Master of Arts in Philosophy(Adv Seminars and Shorter Thesis)(CAPPE)

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