Dissertation Part 2 (MUSI40105)
HonoursPoints: 18.75On Campus (Southbank)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Nicholas Tochka: nicholas.tochka@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Nicholas Tochka: nicholas.tochka@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 (Early-Start) Semester 2 (Early-Start) |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
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
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUSI40104 | Dissertation Part 1 |
Semester 2 (Extended) (On Campus - Southbank)
Semester 1 (Extended) (On Campus - Southbank)
|
18.75 |
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
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: 8 November 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Attendance at twelve seminars during the 2 semesters of enrolment
| Throughout the teaching period | 5% |
A dissertation
| During the assessment period | 95% |
| Hurdle requirement: Presentation of two work-in-progress reports | N/A |
Additional details
This assessment statement applies to the entire enrolment across Parts 1 and 2 of the subject (i.e. MUSI40104 Dissertation Part 1 and MUSI40105 Dissertation Part 2 together).
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1 (Early-Start)
Coordinator Nicholas Tochka Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 24 hours across Part 1 and Part 2, comprising one fortnightly 2-hour seminar plus regular consultation with the appointed supervisor Total time commitment 255 hours Teaching period 2 January 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 17 January 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 27 June 2025 Semester 1 (Early-Start) contact information
Nicholas Tochka: nicholas.tochka@unimelb.edu.au
- Semester 2 (Early-Start)
Coordinator Nicholas Tochka Mode of delivery On Campus (Southbank) Contact hours 24 hours across Part 1 and Part 2, comprising one fortnightly 2-hour seminar plus regular consultation with the appointed supervisor Total time commitment 255 hours Teaching period 1 July 2025 to 26 October 2025 Last self-enrol date 18 July 2025 Census date 1 September 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 September 2025 Assessment period ends 21 November 2025 Semester 2 (Early-Start) contact information
Nicholas Tochka: nicholas.tochka@unimelb.edu.au
What do these dates mean
Visit this webpage to find out about these key dates, including how they impact on:
- Your tuition fees, academic transcript and statements.
- And for Commonwealth Supported students, your:
- Student Learning Entitlement. This applies to all students enrolled in a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP).
Subjects withdrawn after the census date (including up to the ‘last day to withdraw without fail’) count toward the Student Learning Entitlement.
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Further information
- Texts
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Graduate Diploma in Music Course Bachelor of Music (Degree with Honours) Informal specialisation Musicology/Ethnomusicology
Last updated: 8 November 2024