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Faculty of Education and Arts

School: Communications and Arts

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Doctor of Philosophy Thesis

  • Unit Code

    CMM7200

  • Year

    2015

  • Enrolment Period

    1

  • Version

    1

  • Credit Points

    0

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
    Online

Description

An original piece of research work undertaken as part of a Doctor of Philosophy in the fields of communications, contemporary arts, English, geography, history, interactive multimedia, politics and government, sociology and anthropology and writing.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded CMM7101, CMM7102

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Critically analyse data to generate new hypotheses and theories.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of and competency in research methods and techniques appropriate to the research area.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical knowledge in their chosen area of investigation.
  4. Demonstrate competency in presenting the research process and findings, both orally and in thesis form.
  5. Investigate their chosen area of research and make a contribution to knowledge.
  6. Make a significant contribution to the professional literature in their area of research by publishing the outcomes of their research project; and,
  7. Prepare a thesis to be submitted for examination.
  8. Undertake independent quality research in their chosen area of investigation.

Unit Content

  1. Collection, analysis and interpretation of data.
  2. Design and development of measuring instruments and equipment required for the research project.
  3. Development of research methodologies appropriate to the proposed study.
  4. Ethical considerations in research methodologies.
  5. Preparation and presentation of a research proposal.
  6. Preparation and submission of a thesis for examination.
  7. Preparation of a review of relevant literatures for inclusion in the thesis.

Additional Learning Experience Information

This is a self-directed research thesis unit. Progress will be supervised by the principal supervisor and any co-supervisors. The preparation of the thesis will be carried out with support from the supervisors. Assistance with administrative matters may also be sought from the discipline postgraduate course coordinator and staff of the Graduate Research School. The student and their principal supervisor will agree on progress review and submission dates. The procedures associated with progress through Doctoral studies are documented in the Graduate Research School web page. Conditions for Continuation in Good Standing. Applicants for Doctor of Philosophy are accepted in the first instance on condition of a successful written submission and candidature is confirmed by oral defence of a detailed research proposal. If the defence is successful, continuation in the Doctor of Philosophy program is granted. Normally this occurs within 6 months after admission if full-time or 12 months after admission if part-time.

Assessment

GS3 GRADING SCHEMA 3 Used for research or project units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

  • Edith Cowan University (2001) Edith Cowan University (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules. In Postgraduate Handbook 1999 (pp.30 - 36). Perth: Edith Cowan University.
  • Albaugh, R.M. (1965). Thesis writing : A guide to scholarly style. Totowa, New Jersey: Littlefield Adams Co.
  • Anderson, J., Durston, B.H. and Poole, M. (1970). Thesis and assignment writing. Brisbane: Wiley and Sons.
  • Berry, D.M. and Martin, G.P. (197l). A guide to writing research papers. New York: McGraw-Hill.
  • Doubleday, N.F. (197l). Writing the research paper. Lexington, Massachusetts: D.C. Heath & Co.
  • Ebel, H.F., Bliefert, C. and Russey, W.E. (1987). The art of scientific writing. Weinheim, FRG: VCH
  • Manheimer, M.L. (1973). Style manual : A guide for the preparation of reports and dissertations. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc.
  • Edith Cowan University (2001) Preparing a thesis or research project for honours, master and doctoral awards. Perth: Edith Cowan University.
  • Elphinstone, L. and Schweitzer, R. (1998) How to get a research degree: a survival guide. St. Leonards, N.S.W : Allen & Unwin, 1998.
  • Isaac, S. and Michael, W.B. (1974). Handbook in research. San Diego: Knapp.
  • Jongeling, S., & Peel, G. (Eds.). (1991). Referencing Guide. Perth: Edith Cowan University, Division of Academic Programmes.
  • Lester, J.D. (1967). Writing research papers : A complete guide. Atlanta: Scott, Foresman & Co.
  • Madsen, D. (1983). Successful dissertations and theses. San Fransisco: Jossey-Bass Publishers.

Website References

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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Faculty of Education and Arts

School: Communications and Arts

This unit information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester.

  • Unit Title

    Doctor of Philosophy Thesis

  • Unit Code

    CMM7200

  • Year

    2015

  • Enrolment Period

    2

  • Version

    1

  • Credit Points

    0

  • Full Year Unit

     N

  • Mode of Delivery

    On Campus
    Online

Description

An original piece of research work undertaken as part of a Doctor of Philosophy in the fields of communications, contemporary arts, English, geography, history, interactive multimedia, politics and government, sociology and anthropology and writing.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded CMM7101, CMM7102

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

  1. Critically analyse data to generate new hypotheses and theories.
  2. Demonstrate an understanding of and competency in research methods and techniques appropriate to the research area.
  3. Demonstrate an understanding of theoretical knowledge in their chosen area of investigation.
  4. Demonstrate competency in presenting the research process and findings, both orally and in thesis form.
  5. Investigate their chosen area of research and make a contribution to knowledge.
  6. Make a significant contribution to the professional literature in their area of research by publishing the outcomes of their research project; and,
  7. Prepare a thesis to be submitted for examination.
  8. Undertake independent quality research in their chosen area of investigation.

Unit Content

  1. Collection, analysis and interpretation of data.
  2. Design and development of measuring instruments and equipment required for the research project.
  3. Development of research methodologies appropriate to the proposed study.
  4. Ethical considerations in research methodologies.
  5. Preparation and presentation of a research proposal.
  6. Preparation and submission of a thesis for examination.
  7. Preparation of a review of relevant literatures for inclusion in the thesis.

Additional Learning Experience Information

This is a self-directed research thesis unit. Progress will be supervised by the principal supervisor and any co-supervisors. The preparation of the thesis will be carried out with support from the supervisors. Assistance with administrative matters may also be sought from the discipline postgraduate course coordinator and staff of the Graduate Research School. The student and their principal supervisor will agree on progress review and submission dates. The procedures associated with progress through Doctoral studies are documented in the Graduate Research School web page. Conditions for Continuation in Good Standing. Applicants for Doctor of Philosophy are accepted in the first instance on condition of a successful written submission and candidature is confirmed by oral defence of a detailed research proposal. If the defence is successful, continuation in the Doctor of Philosophy program is granted. Normally this occurs within 6 months after admission if full-time or 12 months after admission if part-time.

Assessment

GS3 GRADING SCHEMA 3 Used for research or project units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

  • Edith Cowan University (2001) Edith Cowan University (Admission, Enrolment and Academic Progress) Rules. In Postgraduate Handbook 1999 (pp.30 - 36). Perth: Edith Cowan University.
  • Albaugh, R.M. (1965). Thesis writing : A guide to scholarly style. Totowa, New Jersey: Littlefield Adams Co.
  • Anderson, J., Durston, B.H. and Poole, M. (1970). Thesis and assignment writing. Brisbane: Wiley and Sons.
  • Berry, D.M. and Martin, G.P. (197l). A guide to writing research papers. New York: McGraw-Hill.
  • Doubleday, N.F. (197l). Writing the research paper. Lexington, Massachusetts: D.C. Heath & Co.
  • Ebel, H.F., Bliefert, C. and Russey, W.E. (1987). The art of scientific writing. Weinheim, FRG: VCH
  • Manheimer, M.L. (1973). Style manual : A guide for the preparation of reports and dissertations. New York: Marcel Dekker Inc.
  • Edith Cowan University (2001) Preparing a thesis or research project for honours, master and doctoral awards. Perth: Edith Cowan University.
  • Elphinstone, L. and Schweitzer, R. (1998) How to get a research degree: a survival guide. St. Leonards, N.S.W : Allen & Unwin, 1998.
  • Isaac, S. and Michael, W.B. (1974). Handbook in research. San Diego: Knapp.
  • Jongeling, S., & Peel, G. (Eds.). (1991). Referencing Guide. Perth: Edith Cowan University, Division of Academic Programmes.
  • Lester, J.D. (1967). Writing research papers : A complete guide. Atlanta: Scott, Foresman & Co.
  • Madsen, D. (1983). Successful dissertations and theses. San Fransisco: Jossey-Bass Publishers.

Website References

Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

Academic Misconduct

Edith Cowan University has firm rules governing academic misconduct and there are substantial penalties that can be applied to students who are found in breach of these rules. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:

  • plagiarism;
  • unauthorised collaboration;
  • cheating in examinations;
  • theft of other students' work;

Additionally, any material submitted for assessment purposes must be work that has not been submitted previously, by any person, for any other unit at ECU or elsewhere.

The ECU rules and policies governing all academic activities, including misconduct, can be accessed through the ECU website.

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