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Unit Overview

Description

The objective of the two dissertation units together is the production of a research dissertation of around 12,000 words on a topic of the student's choosing (in consultation with a supervisor) in the field of Law and Society. This research is carried out under the supervision of a staff member who discusses issues relating to the research with the student, reads and comments on drafts, and provides overall guidance.

Credit
12 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Honours core unit in Law and Society [Bachelor of Arts (Honours)]
Outcomes

Students are able to (on successful completion of the two dissertation units) produce a significant project demonstrating an appropriate level of mastery of theoretical constructs and, further or in the alternative, the operation of those constructs. The work shows independence of thought, consistent organisational skills, and developed argumentation and analysis.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) a written proposal and presentation of the proposal at a methodology seminar and (2) dissertation. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Fiona McGaughey
Unit rules
Prerequisites
LAWS4201 Dissertation (Law and Society) Part 1
  • 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.