Course duration

This course runs over course, commencing in Semester 1, 2019.

Course description

POLS7223 Research Thesis is a #6 unit major research project undertaken over one semester. Students work by themselves, under the individual supervision of a member of the academic staff of the School of Political Science and International Studies. The research report option allows students of exceptional ability to engage in a substantial research project. POLS7223 requires not only that students be self-motivated and self-disciplined, but that they also determine and develop their own project in consultation with their supervisor. At the outset of their research, it is vital for students to swiftly identify and focus upon a clear research question. The semester then involves independent reading and research, regular contact between student and supervisor, and the preparation of a 10,000 to 12,000-word thesis. This course can only be undertaken if the planned project is of immediate interest to a supervisor in the School. Prospective students must themselves identify and approach a potential supervisor and discuss their proposed research question; supervisors are not assigned by the School. This is a restricted entry course and requires prior approval from the School. Students interested in this course should in the first instance contact the School¿s Senior Administration Officer (Academic) for further advice several weeks prior to the beginning of semester. The application form is available at www.polsis.uq.edu.au//docs/psis_ind_study_app.pdf. Full time students wishing to complete the research report in one semester should enrol in POLS7220. Part time students wishing to complete the research report over two semesters should enrol in POLS7223 for semester 1 commencement or POLS7224 for semester 2 commencement.

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