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Journalism Thesis (JOUR90002)

Graduate courseworkPoints: 18.75On Campus (Parkville)

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A research topic selected in consultation with the supervisor. 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.

Intended learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should:



  • be able to mount a sustained scholarly argument;
  • have become familiar with the research and theoretical literature in their chosen field;
  • have developed a capacity for engaging with and synthesising critical and analytical debates; and
  • be able to devise and test new research methods as required.

Generic skills

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

  • the ability to conceptualise and execute a substantial original research project;
  • the ability to interact productively with a supervisor when reviewing drafts;
  • the ability to display a high level of writing skills;
  • the ability to consolidate their skills in research and scholarly citation; and
  • the ability to plan and manage their time and research resources over an extended project.

Last updated: 3 November 2022