Studying online

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit forms part of a prescribed course sequence for the non-award, conversion HDR Prelim (FABLE) course.

Students are required to produce a research output on a course relevant topic of their choice, provided the topic is approved by their supervisor and the HDR Prelim (FABLE) course coordinator.

In accordance with the University Policy: Courses: Coursework Dissertation

https://www.governance.uwa.edu.au/procedures/policies/policies-and-procedures?method=document&id=UP15%2F6 the research output, agreed to by the supervisor is typically:

a) a 12,000 - 18,000 word text object (with embedded figures and tables); or

b) a research manuscript of at least 6,000 words in a format suitable for publication in a reputable journal of the discipline; or

c) a creative object constructed within a research framework (a musical composition, a piece of creative writing, an architectural design, or a work of art), accompanied by an exegesis of at least 2,000 - 4,000 words,

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Semester 2UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) develop foundational research skills required to complete an academic dissertation at a postgraduate level; (2) develop initial academic planning skills to develop an academic outline/method at a postgraduate level; and (3) develop foundational writing skills required to complete an academic dissertation at a postgraduate level.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: continuing assessment: submission of research output. A final mark is awarded at the completion of dissertation parts 1 to 4. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Professor Camilla Baasch Andersen
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Enrolment in
HDR Prelim (FABLE)
Contact hours
contact varies but up to 1 hour a week in a one-to-one meeting with a supervisor or in a small teaching and discussion group
  • 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.