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Philosophy

Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar & Shorter Thesis)Specialisation (formal)Year: 2020

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Overview

The masters program allows students to combine coursework with extensive independent research in philosophy. The thesis should demonstrate a critical application of specialist knowledge and make an independent contribution to existing research. Candidates may advance to the Doctor of Philosophy degree after successful completion of the masters or may apply to convert to the PhD at an earlier stage. An honours grade of at least H3 (65%) average must be attained in the respective thesis and advanced seminar components of the course to qualify for the award of the masters.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who complete the Master of Arts (Advanced Seminar & Shorter Thesis) in this area of specialisation should be able to:

  • undertake specialised study in a branch of philosophy of their choice;
  • demonstrate research skills required for advanced research in philosophy and an understanding of the research methods in philosophy; and
  • complete a minor thesis, based on original research and reveal an awareness of current theoretical directions in their chosen field.

Last updated: 10 June 2022

Structure

Duration: 1.5 years full-time / 3 years part-time

Program Requirements -

  • 20,000-22,000 word thesis
  • two compulsory subjects (25 points)

The results from the thesis and the coursework subjects are consolidated towards the final result for the course.

Please note:

The expected length of an MA shorter thesis is 20,000 to 22,000 words. Permission is required from the Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) if a thesis is to exceed 22,000 words.

Subject Options

Thesis subject

The expected length of an MA shorter thesis is 20,000 to 22,000 words. Permission is required from the Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) if a thesis is to exceed 22,000 words.

Code Name Study period Credit Points
PHIL70005 Shorter Thesis - Philosophy
Time-based Research (On Campus - Parkville)
 0

Compulsory Subjects

2 compulsory subjects (25 points)

Code Name Study period Credit Points
PHIL90007 Literature Review
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
PHIL90024 Philosophy Methods
March (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Links

http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/shaps

Last updated: 10 June 2022