Arabic Studies Thesis Part 1 (ARBC40007)
HonoursPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
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Overview
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Students will be required to write a thesis of 15,000 words on a topic approved by the supervisor.
Intended learning outcomes
Stduents who successfully complete this subject will:
- have an ability to critically evaluate research and scholarly literature concerning Arabic studies;
- have an advanced understanding of major issues and sensitivities regarding Arabic studies;
- have the ability to discuss analytically social and cultural phenomena related to Arabic studies;
- have the ability to evaluate different methodological approaches to social and intellectual issues in the field of Arabic studies; and
- have a capacity to engage where appropriate with issues in Arabic studies.
Generic skills
Stduents who successfully complete this subject will:
- have an ability to evaluate research and professional literature;
- have a capacity to articulate their findings and views in oral and written presentations;
- have an appreciation of the design, conduct and reporting of research; and
- have the capacity to examine complex and important cultural materials from a scholarly perspective and present arguments in structured formats.
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
This subject is only available to students enrolled in a BH-Arts, Bachelor of Arts (Degree with Honours) or a GD-Arts, Graduate Diploma (Advanced).
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ARBC40006 | Arabic Studies Thesis | No longer available |
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: 31 January 2024
Assessment
Due to the impact of COVID-19, assessment may differ from that published in the Handbook. Students are reminded to check the subject assessment requirements published in the subject outline on the LMS
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
A thesis (on Arabic language, linguistics, literature or another appropriate topic in Arabic studies)
| Due at the end of the second semester of enrolment | 100% |
Additional details
This assessment statement applies to the entire enrolment across Parts 1 and 2 of the subject (i.e. ARBC40007 and ARBC40008 together):
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Abdul-Samad Abdullah Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Regular, documented consultations over two semesters with the supervisor(s) as arranged. Meetings should normally occur at least fortnightly and should be at least of half an hour duration. Total time commitment 680 hours Teaching period 2 March 2020 to 7 June 2020 Last self-enrol date 13 March 2020 Census date 30 April 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 June 2020 Assessment period ends 3 July 2020 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Coordinator Abdul-Samad Abdullah Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Regular, documented consultations over two semesters with the supervisor(s) as arranged. Meetings should normally occur at least fortnightly and should be at least of half an hour duration. Total time commitment 680 hours Teaching period 3 August 2020 to 1 November 2020 Last self-enrol date 14 August 2020 Census date 21 September 2020 Last date to withdraw without fail 16 October 2020 Assessment period ends 27 November 2020
Time commitment details
This subject is taught over two consecutive semesters. Total time commitment for the subject is approximately 680 hours, inclusive of two semesters (thesis Part 1 and Part 2)
Additional delivery details
This is part of a 50 point thesis subject, continuing over two consecutive study periods.
Students are required to enrol in:
- ARBC40007 Arabic Studies Thesis Part 1 (25 points) and
- ARBC40008 Arabic Studies Thesis Part 2 (25 points), consecutively.
Students will receive a ‘CNT’ grade in the part 1 and results will be entered if and when both part 1 and 2 are completed.
Information provided on this page applies to Part 1 and Part 2 of the subject (ARBC40007 and ARBC40008).
Last updated: 31 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
Last updated: 31 January 2024