Dissertation Part 2 (MUSI40105)

HonoursPoints: 18.75On Campus (Southbank)

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This subject is the second part of a two-subject sequence.

Students will conceive, plan and execute a substantial research project, and present a paper at a conference organised by the Conservatorium of Music mid-way through the 2 semesters of enrolment.

This subject is the second part of a two-subject sequence, taught over two consecutive study periods. Students are required to enrol in MUSI40104 Dissertation Part 1 (18.75 points) and MUSI40105 Dissertation Part 2 (18.75 points), consecutively, for a total enrolment of 37.5 points.

Students will receive a 'CNT' grade for Part 1. An overall result for the subject is given following completion of the two-subject sequence.

Assessment, Subject Intended Learning Outcomes, and Total Time Commitment applies to the entire enrolments across Parts 1 and 2 of the subject.

The Total Time Commitment for the subject is approximately 510 hours, inclusive of the two study periods [MUSI40104 Dissertation Part 1 (18.75 points) and MUSI40105 Dissertation Part 2 (18.75 points)].

Refer to MUSI40104 Dissertation Part 1 for details.

Intended learning outcomes

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

  • demonstrate a command of both standard literature and writings at the current scholarly forefront of the chosen field;
  • develop the capacity for independent and original research and the ability to, plan and execute a substantial research project.

Generic skills

On completion of this subject students should have developed:

  • a capacity for independent critical thought;
  • an openness to new ideas;
  • knowledge, skills and practices that provide a basis for independent critical inquiry and research-based writing.

Last updated: 8 November 2024