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EDF6031 - Masters thesis part 1

12 points, SCA Band 0, 0.250 EFTSL

Postgraduate Faculty of Education

Leader: Associate Dean Teaching (Postgraduate)

Offered

Clayton First semester 2007 (Evening)
Clayton First semester 2007 (Off-campus)
Clayton Second semester 2007 (Evening)
Clayton Second semester 2007 (Off-campus)
Singapore Term 1 2007 (Off-campus)
Singapore Term 2 2007 (Off-campus)
Singapore Term 3 2007 (Off-campus)
Singapore Term 4 2007 (Off-campus)

Synopsis

The MEd thesis is a research study, focusing on a particular theory, issue, challenge, dilemma, concern or problem in the field of education, undertaken with a supervisor. Although students will be expected to demonstrate initiative and independence, the supervisor will offer guidance, support and feedback over the course of the research.
The MEd thesis is designed for students who are intending to undertake further higher degree studies. Graduates who have successfully completed the MEd Thesis (both Part 1 and Part 2) will be able to use this 16,000 word study as evidence of independent research experience in an application for entry into the PhD or Doctor of Education programs.

Objectives

By the completion of this unit (and EDF6032 MEd thesis part 2), students should be able to produce a thesis that displays competence at understanding and carrying out research in the field of education, but with less emphasis on comprehensive knowledge and originality as required in a PhD or EdD.
Specifically, they should be able to:

Assessment

The Masters of Education thesis is a 16,000 word dissertation and is the formal assessment task for this unit (together with EDF6032).

Prerequisites

Successful completion of one of the compulsory research units (EDF6001, or EDF6005 or EDF6006 or EDF6007 or EDF6008 or EDF6009), plus three other masters units