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Doctor of Education Thesis Proposal (EDUC90869)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
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Contact information
Semester 1
Dr Peter Woelert
Semester 2
Dr Peter Woelert
Overview
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The student will prepare under supervision a comprehensive thesis proposal, providing a clear indication of the nature and purpose of the research to be undertaken in the Doctor of Education (DEd) thesis. The proposal should contain:
- A clear statement of the purpose of the research and the research question(s) being investigated.
- A justification of why the chosen topic is a worthwhile one to educational research.
- A substantial overview and critical discussion of research already done in the area available in the research literature.
- A critical discussion of the research methodology proposed, showing its appropriateness for answering the research question(s).
- An outline of the research design and the timeline for implementing it.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Define a viable topic and research questions for their doctoral research project.
- Undertake a literature review of research already undertaken on the topic.
- Define an appropriate research design and methodology for investigating the topic.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, it is expected that participating doctoral students will possess:
- The ability to define an area requiring investigation.
- The capacity to identify, synthesise and critically analyse relevant research publications.
- The ability to produce a sustained piece of academic writing.
- The ability to plan and map out a comprehensive research project.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
An understanding of current issues in educational research; some understanding of key concepts and methodologies in educational research and analysis, some knowledge of major trends in educational research, policy and pedagogy.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Assessment
Additional details
- Oral presentation and defence of thesis outline/plan (30 min) due mid-semester (30%)
- The preparation of a detailed research proposal of approximately 7, 000 words due end of semester (70%)
Hurdle Requirement: This subject has a minimum hurdle requirement of 80% attendance at all scheduled tutorials, seminars and workshops.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Peter Woelert Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 27 February 2017 to 28 May 2017 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2017 Census date 31 March 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2017 Assessment period ends 23 June 2017 Semester 1 contact information
Dr Peter Woelert
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Peter Woelert Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 36 hours Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017 Semester 2 contact information
Dr Peter Woelert
Time commitment details
340 hours
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
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Type Name Course Doctor of Education
Last updated: 10 February 2024