LING7111 Master of Linguistics Sub-Thesis (P/T)

LING7111 is only available under certain award programs.

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	6 units
Course Description	This course is for students who have completed the 48 unit Master of Linguistics with an average of 70% in their coursework and have arranged a supervisor for their sub-thesis. The course is for students who wish to write their sub-thesis on a part time basis over two semesters. Students enrol in this unit twice while researching and writing their thesis under their supervisor’s guidance.
Learning Outcomes	Upon successfully completing this course twice, the student 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 [all LO's].
Workload	20 hours per week, including contact time with 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
Requisite Statement	Students must have successfully completed the 48 unit Master of Linguistics with an average of 70% in their coursework and have arranged a supervisor for their sub-thesis.
Consent Required	Consent is required prior to enrolling in this course.

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