COM4300 - Honours Research Readings
12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL
Undergraduate Faculty of Arts
Leader: Simone Murray
Offered
Berwick First semester 2009 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2009 (Day)
Clayton First semester 2009 (Day)
Synopsis
This unit introduces students to an independent program of reading on research topics. Staff members advise, supervise, and approve each enrolled student's chosen reading program. Students may develop a program of research reading on a chosen theoretical or empirical topic. The aim of the unit is to foster self-reliant research capacity and independent thinking and reflection.
Objectives
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to demonstrate enhanced capacity for independent research, thinking and research program development.
Assessment
+ Assignment 1 - Topic Statement (1500 words) 20%
Assignment 2 - Bibliography (2500 words) 30%
Assignment 2 - Research Essay (5000 words) 50%
Contact hours
Scheduled meetings with readings supervisor, 1 hour every two weeks of a 12 week semester