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Shorter Thesis - Philosophy (PHIL70005)
Masters time-based researchOn Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Principal coordinator
Laura Schroeter
Overview
| Availability | Time-based Research |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
A minor thesis based on original research, on a topic to be approved by the course coordinator. Upon submission the thesis will be marked by two external markers.
Intended learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this project will have
- have gained experience in the production of a sustained piece of philosophical writing;
- made a contribution towards the solution of the selected question;
- completed a minor thesis based on original research and revealing an awareness of current theoretical directions in their chosen field.
Generic skills
Students who successfully complete this project will:
- improve research skills.
- refine skills in assessing the strength of arguments, identifying theoretical assumptions, and assessing conflicting arguments.
- acquire the ability to develop and defend one's own position with respect to complex theoretical issues through sustained argument.
Last updated: 30 January 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
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: 30 January 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
A thesis to be submitted at the end of the period of candidature (100%).
| 100% |
Additional details
The expected length of an MA thesis is 20,000 to 22,000 words. Permission is required from the Associate Dean (Graduate Studies) if a thesis is to exceed 22,000 words.
Last updated: 30 January 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Appropriate texts will be determined in consultation with the thesis supervisor.
- Links to additional information
Last updated: 30 January 2024