COM4001

Researching and Writing Australia (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Andrew Hassam

Offered:
City First semester 2004 (Day)
City Second semester 2004 (Day)
City First semester 2005 (Day)
City Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: 1. To be able to locate and make use of regular and archival holdings of major research libraries. 2. To be familiar with other relevant source materials. 3. To be familiar with electronic, printed and audio-visual sources. 4. To be able to make appropriate and efficient use of Australian sources within the Communications field. 5. To be able to discuss and write critically about independent research undertaken.

Assessment: 2 x papers (2000 words): 40% + Research essay (5000 words): 50% + Class participation/Seminar presentation: 10%

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 x 2 hour seminar) per week

Prohibitions: COM5001