HYM5070

Research project in history ( 12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL)

Leader: Peter Howard

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Students undertake a reading program and research project in an area of history and on a topic decided in consultation with the course coordinator and potential supervisor. Students will carry out their research and write a research paper under the supervision of a member of the academic staff.

Objectives: A student successfully completing HYM5070 will be able to demonstrate: 1. the ability to plan, implement and complete a research program in a specific field of history under the supervision of academic staff; 2. a comprehensive knowledge of the main themes, questions and issues of a particular field of historical studies; 3. an awareness of the major methodological, theoretical and thematic issues raised by their project; 4. an ability to develop sound conclusions and interpretations based upon the critical analysis of a range of evidence; and 5. the fluent, effective and coherent communication of research findings and relevant theoretical and conceptual conclusions.

Assessment: Research paper 9000 words 100%

Contact Hours: 1-2 hours of meetings per week with supervisor