Master of Research Thesis R (12cp) (12192.1)
Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
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View teaching periods | Research |
Bruce, Canberra |
EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.5 | 12 | |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
Graduate Research Office | Research Level | Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905) Band 5 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
The final output will be a research thesis, not exceeding 60,000 words, submitted for external examination according to the Higher Degree by Research Procedure. This thesis can take various forms: a traditional thesis, a series of papers accepted for publication, or written conference presentations. Alternatively, it may be a creative work accompanied by an essay of at least 15,000 words.
This thesis unit offers flexible credit point (cp) options - 3cp, 6cp, or 12cp - to accommodate part-time or full-time study. While also undertaking coursework units, candidates should select the appropriate credit point value based on their chosen study pattern (ie Part-time candidates must enroll in a total of 6cp per semester, while full-time candidates require 12cp total). This unit can be repeated over several semesters, with a total of 27 credit points required for completion.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Conceive, design and carry to completion a piece of original research which adds to existing knowledge and understanding of the field of study;
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the scholarly literature in their field research;
3. Analyse data in complex ways enabling the development of new insights; and
4. Integrate data and theory in order to clarify and develop a logical argument into a thesis.
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
12188 Applied Theories and Methods of ResearchIncompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Research Semester 1 | Research | Prof Wayne Spratford | |
2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Research Semester 2 | Research | Prof Wayne Spratford |
Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.
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