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ATS4200

Faculty of Arts

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Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL

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LevelUndergraduate
FacultyFaculty of Arts
OfferedClayton Second semester 2011 (Day)
Coordinator(s)Dr Marisa Cordella

Notes

Previously coded SPN4100

Synopsis

This unit allows students with special interests to study in-depth a particular topic in Hispanic linguistics, literature or culture. All the assignments will be written in Spanish and completed according to the MLA handbook for writers of research papers.

Objectives

  1. Develop student's critical and analytical skills and prepare them for postgraduate work.
  2. Introduce key conceptual and theoretical issues in the chosen area.
  3. Enhance student's abilities to undertake independent research.

Assessment

Literature Review (2000 words): 20%
Research paper (2000 words): 20%
Oral presentation (2000 words): 20%
Essay (3000 words): 40%

Chief examiner(s)

Marisa Cordella
Stewart King

Contact hours

2 hours (2 x 1 hour lectures) per week

Prerequisites

Completion of major sequence of studies in Hispanic Studies and approved admission into Honours.