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Development Studies Thesis Part 1 (DEVT90054)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
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Students enrolled in this subject will undertake a piece of research in Development Studies approved by the course coordinator. The research will incorporate an analysis of relevant development theory and practice. Under the close guidance of a dedicated supervisor, students are expected to engage critically and independently with relevant intellectual debates and provide original insights into a particular social phenomenon or development issue. On completion of the subject, students will submit a 15,000-word minor thesis on their chosen research topic.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this subject will:
- have an awareness of the philosophy and scope of development;
- have acquired research skills and an understanding of methods used to analyse development issues and processes;
- demonstrate the ability for academic argument and critical thinking;
- have undertaken research in a specialised area of their choice;
- have written a coherent and empirically substantiated thesis
Generic skills
Students who successfully complete this subject should:
- be able to obtain information to evaluate empirical and theoretical propositions;
- develop research skills including the logic of research design, research methods and writing;
- pursue an intensive investigation of a selected topic in development studies;
- think critically about development methods, concepts, and theories;
- engage in independent research work; and
- write coherent research proposals.
Last updated: 3 November 2022