Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

School: Business and Law

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• Unit Title

  Thesis Writing

• Unit Code

  FBL5200

• Year

  2018

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  2

• Credit Points

  60

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

• Unit Coordinator

  Dr Uma Devi JOGULU

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Description

Under the supervision of their academic supervisor(s), this unit involves the preparation and submission of a 15000 - 20000 word research thesis, as well as examination by two examiners.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Apply transliteracy proficiency in the analysis and evaluation of research results.
2. Communicate a clear and coherent exposition of knowledge in discipline area, which address the overall research question(s).
3. Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own independent learning and practice.
4. Plan and execute a research proposal with some intellectual independence.
5. Review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise theoretical and research literature with some intellectual independence.

Unit Content

1. Design, collection, analysis and interpretation of quantitative and/or qualitative research results.
2. Review of literature and theoretical/conceptual framework(s).
3. University examination processes.

Learning Experience

Students will attend on campus classes as well as engage in learning activities through ECU Blackboard.

For more information see the Semester Timetable

Additional Learning Experience Information

Under the supervision of their academic supervisor(s), students assume responsibility for the implementation, analysis and writing up of their research project. Students should meet regularly with their supervisor(s) to discuss their progress and subsequent plans. Students present at least one draft of their thesis on which the supervisor(s) will provide feedback and suggestions for improvement. Successful completion of this unit requires students to prepare and submit their thesis for examination by two examiners, which are assessed for quality academic and professional standards, including written communication (structure, language and conventions), critical analysis of a research topic (depth of thought, development of argument and analysis), depth and breadth of coverage, and the ability to research effectively, using both academic and contemporary sources.

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework 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.

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