Major Thesis - Political Science

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This subject involves a school-based supervised thesis of 30,000 words, embodying the results of the student"s own political research.

• demonstrate a specialist understanding of the subject being studied.
• show advanced skills of analysis pertinent to the subject.
• show a detailed sense of the theoretical debates in the subject area.
• show a good capacity to communicate research in written form.
• demonstrate an ability to undertake critical independent research.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

• 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 manage time and study resources over a sustained period of time.
• be able to enhance drafting and writing skills, in both a critical and creative manner.