24 points - Second semester or full-year - Clayton
Objectives Students in this subject can expect to acquire and develop the capacity to choose a topic for research; work independently in collecting and collating material relating to the research topic; construct an argument that demonstrates a capacity for independent thought and an ability to integrate theoretical concerns and empirical findings; present the results of the research in a clearly written and logically argued dissertation.
Synopsis Students will be required to write a thesis of approximately 15,000-18,000 words on an approved topic. Each student will be allotted a supervisor with whom they will meet regularly.
Assessment Written (15,000-18,000 words): 100%
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