VSA4000

Minor thesis

18 points
* Full-year subject
* Clayton

Objectives Upon completion of this subject students should have learnt methods of original research; and developed skills in marshalling arguments and evidence in a sustained piece of research writing.

Synopsis The minor thesis should be on a topic chosen by the student and approved by the department by the end of the previous year. Students will be expected to commence work during the long vacation. The thesis will be written under supervision, and students will be expected to meet regularly with their supervisors. The thesis must be submitted in two typed copies, suitably bound, no later than the final day of the second semester.

Assessment Written (10,000- 12000 words): 100%