HMH812 - Research Thesis

Unit details

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2022 unit information

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Last updated: 4 March 2022

Enrolment modes:

Students will be enrolled on a quarterly basis throughout the calendar year and will work continuously on their research project over the two-year period. Students will be eligible for four weeks leave per year.

Credit point(s):2
EFTSL value:0.250
Unit Chair:Tania de Koning-Ward
Cohort rule:

Must be enrolled in H800 Master of Philosophy

Prerequisite:

Nil

Corequisite:

Nil

Incompatible with:

Nil

Typical study commitment:

Students will on average spend 300 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit.

Scheduled learning activities - campus:

At least 36 hours per week for full time study, with regular contact with supervisors

Content

This Unit entails conducting detailed independent research under the guidance of supervisors. The student is required to work closely with advice from their supervisor. The research is to be undertaken within two calendar years, full-time duration or equivalent. The research topics on offer are broad and are subject to the availability of an appropriate supervisor. The topic selected by the student should relate to the discipline of their prior study (e.g. third year undergraduate degree). At the end of this Unit the student will be required to submit a major research thesis, in which they will present the knowledge and findings gained through their research investigation in their chosen field. The thesis will be examined by at least two examiners

Assessment

Assessment Description Student output Grading and weighting
(% total mark for unit)
Indicative due week
Assessment 1: Major Thesis Between 30,000 - 40,000 words, including bibliography, appendices and any notes 100% Information not yet available

The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.

Hurdle requirement

  • Confirmation of Candidature

Learning Resource

There is no prescribed text. Unit materials are provided via the unit site. This includes unit topic readings and references to further information.

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