Units
Thesis (Part 1)
Unit code: NSN825-1
Credit points: 24
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The thesis provides students with an opportunity to formally extend and synthesise knowledge gained in earlier semesters of the course. The study represents an independent piece of research completed under the guidance of a supervisor. The thesis may be a study on research which makes a contribution to the body of knowledge in the student's discipline area or professional area, or a study in which the student critically analyses and evaluates existing knowledge and produces observations and conclusions of relevance to the field concerned. Part-time students complete NSN825-1 and NSN825-2. Full-time students conplete NSN850. The final thesis is approximately 15,000 to 20,000 words.
Availability
| Semester | Available |
|---|---|
| 2013 Semester 1 | Yes |
| 2013 Semester 2 | Yes |
Sample subject outline - Semester 1 2013
Note: Subject outlines often change before the semester begins. Below is a sample outline.
Rationale
The thesis provides students with an opportunity to formally extend and synthesise knowledge gained in earlier semesters of the course. The study represents an independent piece of research completed under the guidance of a supervisor. The thesis may be a study on research which makes a contribution to the body of knowledge in the student's discipline area or professional area, or a study in which the student critically analyses and evaluates existing knowledge and produces observations and conclusions of relevance to the field concerned.
Aims
NA
Objectives
At the conclusion of this unit students will have written a thesis which will:
- Synthesise information into a unified and coherent whole;
- Use relevant research methodology to investigate their defined area of research;
- Critically analyse their work in an objective and reflective manner;
- Draw conclusions from the study and make recommendations for future research in the area; and
- Write in accordance with accepted standards of scholarship, documentation, style and presentation.
Content
Preparation and submission of the thesis.
Approaches to Teaching and Learning
Students should meet regularly with supervisors and present regular drafts by mutual arrangement to the supervisor.
Assessment
Feedback will be spaced throughout the unit via regular meetings with supervisors.
Assessment name:
Thesis Written Submission
Description:
Approximately 15,000 to 20,000 words (continued in NSN825-2).
Relates to objectives:
1-5.
Weight:
100%
Internal or external:
Both
Group or individual:
Individual
Due date:
TBA
Academic Honesty
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Resource materials
American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American psychological association (6th ed.). APA, Washington DC.
Risk assessment statement
There are no out of the ordinary risks associated with this unit.
Disclaimer - Offer of some units is subject to viability, and information in these Unit Outlines is subject to change prior to commencement of semester.
Last modified: 23-Oct-2012
