Shorter Thesis - Applied Philosophy

30 hours a week if full-time.

Admission to the MA in Applied Philosophy (102CP)

During their period of enrolment in the Shorter Thesis students will normally complete both a literature Review (PHIL90007) and Philosophy Methods (PHIL90024)

Knowledge gained in the successful completion of a four year Honours degree or equivalent, with thesis component.

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

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.

A Thesis of 20-22,000 words

Appropriate texts will be determined in consultation with the thesis supervisor.

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

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.