Cultural Studies Thesis (CULS40009)

HonoursPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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Topics selected in consultation with the coordinator. Enrolment in the thesis is across two consecutive semesters and students must enrol in the subject in each semester to ensure they are meeting the full 37.5 point requirement for the year-long subject.

Please note this thesis subject is currently being phased out and is only available to students who commenced their postgraduate diploma program prior to 2013.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should have:



  • developed their skills in the forms of scholarly and critical analysis and inquiry appropriate to cultural studies;
  • brought an independent research project from inception and development to completion;
  • learnt how to develop their research ideas and improve their writing skills under supervision; and
  • significantly enhanced their understanding of a specific area of or methodology in cultural studies.

Generic skills

At the completion of this subject, students should gain the following generic skills:

  • be able to conceptualise and plan a substantial project of original research;
  • present material in draft form and engage productively with a supervisor;
  • consolidate and enhance established skills in engaging creatively with a critical field;
  • synthesise critical arguments and debates;
  • test and develop new research methods in relation to ongoing debates;
  • enhance drafting and writing skills, in both a critical and creative manner; and
  • manage time and study resources over a sustained period of time.

Last updated: 3 November 2022