These classes allow small groups of advanced undergraduates to work closely with an active researcher from the College of Asia and the Pacific in some field of current research.  The programme will offer the students an apprentice-style training in research practice which will both enrich their undergraduate studies and contribute to preparing them for further study.  The schedule of classes will vary for year to year and will generally be announced in the October before teaching begins

Due to the individual nature of this course it is not possible to provide an exclusive list of learning outcomes. However, the following is an indicative list of possible outcomes. it is expected that on successful completion of this course students should be able to:
1. identify issues of interest in the field under consideration;
2. discuss these issues coherently and persuasively;
3. assess arguments made in the field;
4. explain the complex attitudes people have to these issues;
5. analyse and compare relevant data;
6. collaborate with other students and staff to select and combine materials for a case study;
7. research, present and justify the results of your collaboration with other students and staff with respect to the case studies;
8. reflect on and articulate how your own views on the field have developed over the course of the semester

6000 word essay (90%), class participation (10%)

Three contact hours per week and seven non-contact reading and research.

14 university courses (84u). Students will need to maintain distinction average to enter.