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Doctor of Education Thesis Proposal (EDUC90319)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
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The student will prepare under supervision a thesis proposal, providing a clear indication of the nature and purpose of the research to be undertaken in the D.Ed 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 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); and
- 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 for research;
- undertake a literature review of research already undertaken on the topic;
- define an appropriate methodology for investigating the topic.
Generic skills
- Ability to define an area requiring investigation
- Synthesis and critical analysis of research literature
- Ability to produce a sustained piece of academic writing.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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EDUC90620 | Research Methods in Education | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
EDUC90729 | Conducting Educational Research | Not available in 2024 |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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EDUC90320 | Doctoral Research Seminar | Not available in 2024 |
12.5 |
Non-allowed subjects
None
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
The preparation of a detailed research proposal of approximately 5, 000 words.
Attendance at all classes (tutorial/seminars/practical classes/lectures/labs) is obligatory. Failure to attend 80% of classes will normally result in failure in the subject.
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Lyn Yates Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Sessions with supervisor, as arranged. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 4 March 2019 to 2 June 2019 Last self-enrol date 15 March 2019 Census date 31 March 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 10 May 2019 Assessment period ends 28 June 2019 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Lyn Yates Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Sessions with supervisor, as arranged. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 29 July 2019 to 27 October 2019 Last self-enrol date 9 August 2019 Census date 31 August 2019 Last date to withdraw without fail 27 September 2019 Assessment period ends 22 November 2019 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 10 February 2024
Further information
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There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
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- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 10 February 2024