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Journalism Thesis Part 1 (JOUR90015)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 18.75On Campus (Parkville)
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A research topic selected in consultation with the subject coordinator. Enrolment in the thesis is across two consecutive semesters and students must enrol in the subject in each semester to ensure they are meeting the full 37.5 point requirement for the year-long subject.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:
- Mount a sustained, well-reasoned scholarly argument;
- Critically analyse theoretical literature in their chosen field;
- Conduct independent scholarly research;
- Synthesise and engage with critical and analytical debates;
- Devise and test new research methodologies as required.
Generic skills
Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:
- Conceptualise and execute a substantial original research project
- Interact productively with a supervisor when reviewing drafts
- Display a high level of writing skills
- Consolidate their skills in research and scholarly citation
- Plan and manage their time and research resources over an extended project.
Last updated: 4 March 2025