Minor Thesis - Conservation

Subject CUMC90007 (2016)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2016.

Credit Points: 18.75
Level: 9 (Graduate/Postgraduate)
Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2016:

Semester 1, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period 29-Feb-2016 to 29-May-2016
Assessment Period End 24-Jun-2016
Last date to Self-Enrol 11-Mar-2016
Census Date 31-Mar-2016
Last date to Withdraw without fail 06-May-2016

Semester 2, Parkville - Taught on campus.
Pre-teaching Period Start not applicable
Teaching Period 25-Jul-2016 to 23-Oct-2016
Assessment Period End 18-Nov-2016
Last date to Self-Enrol 05-Aug-2016
Census Date 31-Aug-2016
Last date to Withdraw without fail 23-Sep-2016


Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.
Time Commitment: Contact Hours: Regular contact with the supervisor across two consecutive semesters
Total Time Commitment:

255 hours per semester

Prerequisites:

Admission to the MC-CULMC Master of Cultural Material Conservation.

for students in the 150 and 200 point programs, completion of the subjects in the first hundred points.

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 Student Support and Engagement Policy, academic requirements for this subject are articulated in the Subject Overview, Learning Outcomes, Assessment and Generic Skills sections of this entry.

It is University policy to take all reasonable steps to minimise the impact of disability upon academic study, and reasonable adjustments will be made to enhance a student's participation in the University's programs. Students who feel their disability may impact on meeting the requirements of this subject are encouraged to discuss this matter with a Faculty Student Adviser and Student Equity and Disability Support: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/disability

Coordinator

Dr Nicole Tse

Contact

Email: nicoleat@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:

The student proposes an original research topic that contributes to existing bodies of conservation knowledge and is approved by the coordinator. The student then initiates and conducts an involved program of primary research requiring interdisciplinary skills and knowledge. The student conducts the independent research under the guidance of an academic supervisor, and produces a critical research report. The thesis is undertaken across two consecutive semesters and in some cases, access to cultural collections in field maybe required.

Learning Outcomes:

Student who complete this subject should be able to:

  • demonstrate competence in defining a research question, and in devising and managing an appropriate research path;
  • use critical reading and analysis skills; and
  • write a report that argues and assesses the research questions and objectives.
Assessment:
  • A 13,000 word thesis or equivalent, due at the end of the second semester of enrolment (80%)
  • A 2000 word report due at the end of the second semester of enrolment (20%)

Hurdle requirement: Students must meet the stages in assessment for the minor thesis which include:

  • Students must meet the stages in assessment for the minor thesis which include: a 100 word proposal; 300 word detailed proposal; mid-year review; major review; and final oral thesis presentation;
  • Participation in regular supervisory meetings;
  • all pieces of written work must be submitted to pass this subject.
Prescribed Texts:

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

Breadth Options:

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

Fees Information: Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Links to further information: http://shaps.unimelb.edu.au/grimwade-centre-for-cultural-materials-conservation
Related Majors/Minors/Specialisations: 100 Point Master of Cultural Material Conservation
150 Point Master of Cultural Material Conservation
200 Point Master of Cultural Material Conservation

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