Shorter Thesis - MA International Stud.

Subject INTS90005 (2015)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2015.

Credit Points: 0
Level: Research Higher Degree
Dates & Locations:

This subject is not offered in 2015.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Regular meetings with supervisor
Total Time Commitment:

30 hours each week
Prerequisites:

Admission to the masters in International Studies
Corequisites:

None
Recommended Background Knowledge:

None
Non Allowed Subjects:

None
Core Participation Requirements:

For the purposes of considering request 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.The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the disability support scheme can be found at the Disability Liaison Unit website: http://www.services.unimelb.edu.au/disability/

Contact

Professor Kate darian-Smith

gwillett@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

A supervised thesis of not more than 20-22,000 words.
Learning Outcomes:

Students who successfully complete this subject should:

  • have gained increased capacity for independent inquiry.
  • have an enhanced capacity for taking the initiative in self-directed research.
  • have an increased capacity for theoretical reflection and argument.
Assessment:

A 20,000 to 22,000-word Shorter Thesis (100%).
Prescribed Texts:

appropriate texts will be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.
Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.
Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:
  • demonstrate a capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning.
  • show intellectual curiosity and creativity, including understanding of philosophical and methodological bases of research activity.
  • demonstrate highly developed cognitive, analytic and problem-solving skills.

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