Doctoral Thesis R PT (Political Science and Policy Studies) (72cp) (9347.1)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | Research |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.25 | 6 | |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Graduate Research School | Research Level | Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905) |
A candidate will be required to undertake original research resulting in a significant contribution to knowledge or understanding and/or the application of knowledge within a designated area of study.
The work will include a searching review of the literature and a demonstration of a thorough understanding of the state of knowledge in the area of inquiry, as well as the relationship of the research to the broader framework of the field.
The student will undertake a systematic investigation and a complex analysis of their data in order to develop new insights in the field. From this their contribution to knowledge can be established.
The product could be a traditional thesis, or a series of papers and may incorporate a substantial creative component.
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, in the opinion of independent assessors of recognised standing, adds substantially to existing knowledge and understanding of the field of study;
2. Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the scholarly literature in their field of research and be aware of current or potential areas of contention likely to form the focus of future research;
3. Analyse data in complex ways enabling the development of new insights;
4. Integrate data and theory in order to clarify and support an argument; and
5. Develop the skills necessary for communicating the results of their work effectively to other professionals in their field of study.
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
The student will need to (a) have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Research Methods and Design embedded within the PhD programme or (b) had accelerated entry into the PhD via the UC admissions process.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Research Semester 1 | - | Research | Dr Jen Webb |
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Research Semester 2 | - | Research | Dr Jen Webb |
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Research Semester 1 | - | Research | Dr Jen Webb |
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Research Semester 2 | - | Research | Dr Jen Webb |
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