HSY3005 - Special reading unit

Leader(s): Dr Carolyn James

Offered

Clayton First semester 2009 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2009 (Day)

Synopsis

Proposals to undertake a special reading unit should be prepared before the start of the semester, in order for the student to arrange a supervisor and finalise a viable study program (with a written contract detailing performance requirements and assessment methods).

Objectives

Students who successfully complete this subject will be able to:

1. Formulate and complete a substantial research project.
2. Demonstrate independent research skills.
3. Place relevant literature in its cultural, ideological and epistemological contexts by showing where it fits into the current state of knowledge.
4. Display their acquaintance with some of the ongoing debates in the relevant discipline (archaeology, history, Jewish civilisation, theology).

Assessment

Written report as determined by supervisor (4500 words) 100%

Contact hours

Regular meetings with nominated supervisor

Prerequisites

Appropriate disciplinary minor