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Unit Overview

Description

This unit constitutes the second of two units focussing on training in research skills as practised in the discipline of Classics and Ancient History. The unit is designed around one or more modules which will provide students with the opportunity of developing methodological approaches to an area (or areas) of study. The unit provides students with the opportunity of developing their oral presentation skills.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Honours core unit in Classics and Ancient History [Bachelor of Arts (Honours)]
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) demonstrate engagement with current scholarship in an area of Classical studies; (2) show their familiarity with one or more methodological approaches pertaining to an area of Classical studies; and (3) communicate their acquired knowledge in written and oral form.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) seminar participation; (2) book review; and (3) essays. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Associate Professor Christopher Mallan
Unit rules
Prerequisites
enrolment in
honours in Classics and Ancient History
Contact hours
seminars: up to 2 hours per week for 12 weeks
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.