Area: | Department of Social Work and Social Policy |
Credits: | 50.0 |
Contact Hours: | 1.0 |
Individual Study: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Prerequisite(s): | 7522 (v.8) Research Methods 602 or any previous version
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Syllabus: | In consultation with supervisor, the student will develop a thesis proposal around a chosen topic of social policy, including a statement of research methodology, research objectives and research method. Undertake a literature review. Develop and implement a research project and thesis writing. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Developed and written a research proposal around a chosen social policy topic. Developed the necessary skills to complete a literature review, to conduct, analyse and report on apiece of independent research. An understanding of the research process, particularly the diverse and interconnecting philosophies that guide the practice of research, of ethical issues as these emerge in the conduct of research. Had the opportunity to disseminate the research findings through the written dissertation and oral presentations. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | Teitelbaum, H. (1997), How to write a thesis: A guide to the research paper (fourth edition). USA, MacMillan. Webster, W.G. (1998), Developing and Writing your thesis, dissertation or project - A book of sound advice. USA, America Scholarwrite Consulting and Publishing. |
Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | 12 000 - 15 000 word Dissertation 100%. This is by grade/mark assessment. |
Field of Education: | 90599 Human Welfare Studies and Services not elsewhere classified | HECS Band (if applicable): | 1 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Not Categorised | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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