Hobart
Introduction
This unit enables students to develop and refine an individual research topic of their interest, on a project connected to the expertise of a staff member. This is an individual study negotiated with the Honours Coordinator and an academic. Students will meet regularly with an academic expert to develop their approach and complete their written project.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Negotiated Study |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HUM408 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | English|Global Cultures and Languages|History and Classics|Philosophy and Gender Studies |
| Coordinator | Dr Jayne Knight |
| Available as student elective? | No |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Learning Outcomes
- Propose and develop a research project negotiated with an academic member of staff
- Apply skills in researching an honours level project
- Identify and analyse the key themes and issues of your research project
- Communicate your research project with sophistication and clarity
Fees
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 30 minute fortnightly supervision |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Project Proposal, 1,000 words or equivalent, (20%), Writing sample, 1000 words or equivalent (20%), Research Project Tasks, (10%), Research Project, 4,000 words or equivalent, (50%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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