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MA by research plus coursework

Course code: 0017

The MA by research in Women's Studies may also be completed by research plus coursework. Candidates with a three-year degree, with a credit average are eligible for admission into the MA part I by coursework. Students are required to complete subjects in part I totalling forty-eight points value, and to attain a credit standard in all subjects before proceeding to part II. Candidates with an honours degree with H1 or H2A honours or the equivalent can enter at part II of the MA program. In part II students are required to undertake a 66 per cent thesis and subjects totalling sixteen points value. (See Centre Guide for Postgraduates)

The word length of the 66 per cent thesis is approximately 25,000-35,000 words. The thesis topic will be of an interdisciplinary nature in the area of women's studies, chosen in close consultation with the supervisor(s). The thesis is to be submitted by 31 January of the year following enrolment (for full-time students).


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