Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit
ATS4809 - International studies dissertation part 2
12 points, SCA Band 1, 0.250 EFTSL
Refer to the specific
census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.
| Level | Undergraduate |
| Faculty | Faculty of Arts |
| Offered | Clayton First semester 2011 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2011 (Day)
Sunway Second semester 2011 (Day)
South Africa Second semester 2011 (Day)
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| Coordinator(s) | Clayton and Caulfield - Dr Ernest Koh
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Notes
Previously coded INT4000(B)
Synopsis
As for ATS4808 Dissertation Part 1.
Objectives
It is expected that students undertaking this unit will be able to:
- Undertake independent research under the guidance of an academic supervisor
- Identify and develop key research questions
- Pursue a program of research leading to the presentation of a dissertation
- Demonstrate an ability to develop a sustained, coherent and logical argument within the dissertation
- Critically analyse the evidence used to support an argument or line of thinking
- Demonstrate a command of the literature relevant to the particular area of International Studies under investigation and an understanding of how the research interacts with that literature
- Critically discuss and evaluate both primary and secondary sources that are relevant to the particular question under investigation
- Review and apply to their research relevant theoretical and conceptual questions that underpin the particular question investigation
- Demonstrate an understanding of the methodological issues surrounding approaches to the particular area of International Studies under investigation
Assessment
Dissertation (15,000-18,000 words) : 100%
Chief examiner(s)
Seamus O'Hanlon
Contact hours
Regular supervisory meetings and participation in a general seminar
