Major Thesis - HPS

Subject HPSC90001 (2011)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2011.

Credit Points:
Level: Research Higher Degree
Dates & Locations: This is a time-based subject, taught on campus at Parkville.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Regular contact with supervisor throughout period of enrolment
Total Time Commitment: 40 hours each week
Prerequisites: Entry into the Master of Arts in History and Philosophy of Science - 102KD
Corequisites: None
Recommended Background Knowledge: Students enrolling in this degree must have completed a 4 year honours degree or equivalent with a 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

Assoc Prof Helen Verran

Contact

Assoc Prof Helen Verran

hrv@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

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

Faculty of Arts : The University of Melbourne

Objectives:

Students who successfully complete this project will

  • have undertaken advanced study in a specialized branch of History and Philosophy of Science as determined by the student.
  • have acquired research skills and an understanding of the methods required for advanced research in History and Philosophy of Science.
  • have completed a major thesis, based on original research and revealing an awareness of current theoretical directions in their chosen field.
Assessment: A major Thesis of 30,000 words (100%)
Prescribed Texts: Texts will be determined in consultation with 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 project will have:

  • improved research skills.
  • refined skills in assessing the strength of arguments, identifying theoretical assumptions, and assessing conflicting arguments.
  • acquired the ability to develop and defend one"s own position with respect to complex theoretical issues through sustained argument.
Links to further information: http://www.pasi.unimelb.edu.au/hps/
Related Course(s): Master of Arts in History and Philosophy of Science (Thesis)

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