Political Science Thesis

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Politics and International Studies at Undergraduate level

166-510 Political Science Thesis

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This subject involves a supervised thesis of 12 000 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.
• demonstrate an ability to undertake critical independent research.
• show a good capacity to communicate research in written form.

A thesis of 12 000 words (100%) due in October for students who commence in semester one and June for students who commence in semester two.

Hurdle Requirements - The following hurdle requirements must be met in order for students to be eligible to submit the final Thesis:

1. Supervision: Regular supervisory meetings

2. Topic Proposal Form: To be submitted by the first week of the Semester of thesis enrolment

3. Progress Report: To be submitted half way through the thesis year

4. Thesis Draft: A full draft of the thesis is to be submitted approximately 5 weeks prior to the final thesis submission date.

Final Theses submitted after the due date and up to 10 working days late without an approved extension will be marked on a pass/fail basis only. Assessment that is submitted later than 10 working days will not be accepted or marked.

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

The Political Science thesis is a compulsory component of the Political Science Honours and Postgraduate Diploma programs. Students completing the Political Science thesis must also complete the February-intensive subject POLS40013 Social Science Research Seminar