Cinema Management Thesis

Subject SCRN90008 (2010)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2010.

Credit Points: 18.75
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2010:

Semester 1, Parkville - 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, Parkville - 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

Regular supervision throughout the year.

Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: .5
Total Time Commitment: 120
Prerequisites: Admission to the Master of Cinema Management.
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: None
Non Allowed Subjects: None
Core Participation Requirements: This subject must be completed over two consecutive semesters of enrolment.

Coordinator

Dr Wendy Haslem

Contact

Wendy Haslem
wlhaslem@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

A research topic selected in consultation with the course coordinator.
Objectives:

Students who undertake this subject should:

  • have gained increased capacity for independent inquiry;

  • have an enhanced capacity for taking the initiative in self-directed research;

  • have an increased capacity for theoretical reflection and argument;

  • developed a capacity to undertake an extensive research project; and

  • have further developed their writing skills.
Assessment: A thesis of 12 000 words written over two consecutive semesters 100% (due at the end of the second semester of enrolment).
Prescribed Texts: None
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:
  • be able to conceptualise and plan a substantial project of original research;
  • present material in draft form and engage productively with a supervisor;
  • synthesise critical arguments and debates;
  • enhance writing skills in both a critical and creative manner;
  • manage time and study resources over two consecutive semesters;
  • possess advanced skills of critical thinking and analysis;
  • possess an ability to communicate knowledge intelligibly, economically and effectively; and
  • have an understanding of social, ethical and cultural context.
Related Course(s): Master of Cinema Management

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