Minor Thesis

Unit code: LCR7902 | Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points
24
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
City Campus
Prerequisites
LCR6002 - Research Methods for Criminology
Completion of 96 credit points and an average grade of 75 or over.
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

The minor thesis is for students intending to undertake a PhD and need to undertake a minor thesis to qualify. Under supervision, students choose, design and execute a research thesis. The thesis will involve collecting, analysing and interpreting empirical data and submit a dissertation. The project will be conducted as per VU ethics requirements.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Conduct a complex research project including collection and analysis of research data within ethical and practical constraints;
  2. Synthesise literature, data and experience in the interpreting research findings;
  3. Exemplify a scholarly approach to develop a concise, clearly structured thesis.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Research Thesis
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Grade: 100%
Thesis of 10,000 words

Required reading

Nil.

As part of a course

This unit is not compulsory for any specific course. Depending on the course you study, this unit may be taken as an elective.

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