Public Administration Dissertation D:PT (4516.6)
Please note these are the 2024 details for this unit
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | Research |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.25 | 6 | Faculty Of Business, Government & Law |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Canberra School Of Politics, Economics And Society | 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 professional doctorate provides the opportunity to bring together in a scholarly submission work done over a period to time. The candidate will be required to prepare a dissertation which records and makes a critical assessment of work that has been undertaken in practice and which is to be extended by analysis in this degree. This extensive work in an agreed specialised area will result in a dissertation which makes a significant contribution to the development of a profession in the field of public administration.
1. Demonstrate the capacity to undertake a substantial piece of research in public administration;
2. Demonstrate the ability to utilise theory in addressing practical issues in public administration; and
3. Be equipped to undertake other research projects and to supervise and advise others engaged in such work.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Demonstrate the capacity to undertake a substantial piece of research in public administration;
2. Demonstrate the ability to utilise theory in addressing practical issues in public administration; and
3. Be equipped to undertake other research projects and to supervise and advise others engaged in such work.
Prerequisites
Course entry and permission of the course convener.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Research Semester 1 | Research | Dr Jennifer Loh | |
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Research Semester 2 | Research | Dr Jennifer Loh |
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Required texts
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Participation requirements
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Required IT skills
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Work placement, internships or practicums
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