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Introduction
The thesis is an independent research project of 12,000-15,000 words on a topic of your choice that has been approved by the Education Honours Course Coordinator. You will conceptualise and plan a suitable project; carry out a review of relevant literature; where relevant, collect and analyse data; and interpret findings to articulate the significance of the project. You will work with an academic supervisor to undertake the project and you are encouraged to choose a topic of particular interest to you personally and professionally. The thesis provides an opportunity for you to undertake a significant piece of independent research and is therefore ideal preparation to undertake further higher degree research, such as a PhD.
Summary
| Unit name | Education Honours Thesis A |
| Unit code | EDP402 |
| Credit points | 25 |
| College/School | Arts and Society Faculty of Education |
| Discipline | Education |
| Coordinator | Doctor Kim Beasy |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Honours |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 2 | 4/7/2027 | 26/7/2027 | 29/8/2027 | 23/10/2027 |
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2027 | 15/3/2027 | 18/4/2027 | 12/6/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the field of study to identify an education issue, problem, or phenomenon.
- Explain and justify the choice of research methodology and methods in the context of the issue, problem, or phenomenon of investigation.
- Select and apply analysis techniques to develop an integrated discussion that articulates the significance of the project.
- Conform to the conventions of academic writing with respect to appropriate referencing of sources and written expression.
- Apply ethical approaches and appropriate code of conduct to research in the field of study.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Off campus: Weekly independent study (online) working with supervisor on Honours Research project (20 hours). |
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| Assessment | Honours Thesis (100%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Your supervisor will recommend a range of texts to support the development of your research plan, literature review and methodology. You are also encouraged to read widely and independently, and to discuss your reading progress regularly with your Honours supervisor. |
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