Minor Thesis

Unit code: SES7008 | Study level: Postgraduate
Credit points
48
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Prerequisites
SES6005 - Research Methods and Applied Statistics
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Co-requisites
(Corequisite units must be studied concurrently with this unit)
Overview
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Overview

In this unit, students independently conduct research which demonstrates their ability to define a problem, and search and review the relevant literature. Students develop a methodology and apply it to an appropriate problem or situation. They will develop good data collection and analysis skills, presenting the results in a written thesis of high standard. A supervisor is allocated to each student.

Learning Outcomes

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

  1. Critically review relevant and current scholarly literature/s relating to the thesis topic;
  2. Conduct a substantial independent research project under supervision with a high level of personal autonomy and accountability;
  3. Work collaboratively and ethically in designing and conducting research and communicating research outcomes
  4. Interrogate and challenge complex information, and synthesise a range of conceptual and empirical materials to draw defensible conclusions; and
  5. Authoritatively and effectively communicate structured, coherent ideas in a sustained written composition at a standard acceptable for academic peer review.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Thesis
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Grade: Pass/Fail
Minor Thesis - Written work of 14,000 - 16,000 words

Required reading

Given the nature of this unit, the required readings will be provided by each Minor Thesis Supervisor at the beginning of the semester

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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