Research in Classics

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2015:

170 hours

Admission to fourth year honours or postgraduate diploma in Classics.

Completion of Latin language studies equivalent to Latin 4 or higher and completion of Ancient Greek language studies equivalent to Ancient Greek 4 or higher

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This subject supports the development of the skills and knowledge required to undertake research in the field of Classics. Students will investigate current issues, tools and methodologies in the field, and work on formulating and presenting a research project related to their thesis. Future research pathways and the current international context for the study of Classics will also be explored. Students will evaluate and utilise a number of different approaches to the study of classical texts and culture as well as develop practical skills needed for a research career in the field.

Students who successfully complete this subject should:

• understand current issues and methodologies in the field of Classics.
• be knowledgeable about the current careers pathways for researchers in the field of Classics and the state of the field internationally.
• be able to formulate, evaluate and undertake effective research projects in Classics.

A 2000 word article/chapter analysis 40% (due in Week 8 of semester), a 1000 word research presentation 20% (due in Week 12 of semester) and a 2000 word research grant proposal 40% (due in the examination period)

Hurdle requirement: Students must attend 75% of classes in order to pass this subject. Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 2% per day; after 5 working days late assessment will not be marked. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked. All pieces of written work

Subject readings will be available on line

David M Schaps, Handbook for Classical Research (Routledge, 2011)

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.