Undergraduate - UnitATS3747 - Theory and research in Asian Studies

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Synopsis

This unit is designed to expose students to a variety of discipline-based theoretical and methodological problems in research focussing on Asia, in order for the students to develop a critical consciousness of the research process, the variety of approaches research can take, and the implications of these problems for their own potential future research projects.

Outcomes

Upon completion of the unit, the students will have gained:

1. A solid foundation of knowledge about a variety of research approaches in Asian studies;
2. A critical understanding of the role of theory and method in research;
3. The ability to provide a critique of research approaches in writing;
4. Oral and written presentation skills.

Assessment

Written assignments (4500): 90%
Seminar attendance and participation: 10%

Chief examiner(s)

Dr Beatrice Trefalt

Contact hours

One 2-hour seminar per week

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Japanese studies
Japanese language
Indonesian studies
Indonesian language
Chinese studies
Chinese language
Asian studies

Prerequisites

Completion of one or more units with considerable Asian content or by permission