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Sociology Thesis Part 1 (SOCI40006)

HonoursPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject involves a supervised thesis of 15,000 words, embodying the results of the student's own research.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate a specialist understanding of the subject being studied
  • Show advanced skills of analysis pertinent to the subject
  • Show a detailed sense of the theoretical debates in the subject area
  • Demonstrate an ability to undertake critical independent research
  • Show a good capacity to communicate research in written form.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Conceptualise and plan a substantial project of original research
  • Present material in draft form and engage productively with a supervisor
  • Consolidate and enhance established skills in engaging creatively with a critical field
  • Synthesise critical arguments and debates
  • Test and develop new research methods in relation to ongoing debates
  • Enhance drafting and writing skills, in both a critical and creative manner
  • Manage time and study resources over a sustained period of time.

Last updated: 8 November 2024