LING7104 Mstr App Ling Sub-Thesis

Offered By	School of Language Studies
Academic Career	Graduate Coursework
Course Subject	Linguistics
Offered in	First Semester, 2013, Second Semester, 2013, First Semester, 2014, and Second Semester, 2014
Unit Value	24 units
Course Description	This is the code for students who are doing 24 units of sub-thesis towards the Master of Applied Linguistics, which has a total of 24 units.
Learning Outcomes	Upon successful completion of this course, students will have written and submitted a sub-thesis of approximately 20,000 words on a topic agreed between the student and supervisor. In producing this sub-thesis, the student will: Demonstrate an ability to carry out independent research on a suitable topic. Demonstrate a high level of understanding of the literature relevant to the topic of the sub-thesis. Demonstrate an ability to present cogent evidence for a position and put forward arguments to support this position. Demonstrate an ability to write well.
Indicative Assessment	The sub-thesis comprises 100% of the assessment [Assesses all Learning Outcomes].
Workload	The meeting schedule for this course will be worked out in consultation with the student. It will generally consist of 1-2 hours per fortnight. The total number of hours per week should total 40 hours, including contact time with your supervisor.
Course Classification(s)	SpecialistSpecialist courses are designed for students having reached 'first degree' level of assumed knowledge, which provide for the acquisition of specialist skills; or 'second degree' and higher level of knowledge; or for transition to research training programs; or knowledge associated with professional accreditation.
Areas of Interest	Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
Assumed Knowledge and Required Skills	Students should have the necessary skills to be able to undertake independent study on an applied linguistics topic of their choice.
Requisite Statement	Admission to the Master of Applied Linguistics (Research) program.
Consent Required	Prior to enrolling in this course students need to discuss the content of this course with their supervisor and the convenor of the Masters of Applied Linguistics Program.
Prescribed Texts	Students will create their own list of readings in consultation with their supervisor.
Programs	Master of Applied Linguistics (Research)
Academic Contact	Dr Johanna Rendle-Short

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