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Fenner School of Environment and Society · ANU College of Systems and Society
The thesis presents a major piece of guided independent research on a topic agreed between the student and their supervisor. It typically involves a literature review and an appropriate form of critical analysis of sources of primary and /or secondary data; it may involve field and/or laboratory work. The thesis must show evidence of wide reading and understanding, of critical analysis and/or appropriate use of advanced research techniques. All students must attend relevant seminars, present at least one seminar, and comply with any other prescribed conditions.
Annotated bibliography
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 6
Research reflection
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Thesis (and Oral Defence)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Final seminar
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours throughout the semester per 6 units of enrolment including: - Face-to-face component including regularly scheduled coursework research workshops - Independent study 10 - 40 hours per week depending on the units of enrolment per semester. Students are expected to maintain regular contact with their supervisor and attend all supervisory meetings. Work Integrated Learning Projects Students may engage with WIL partners (internal/external) as a component of the course Other Information Admission to the Masters thesis requires completion of the 48 units of the Coursework component at Distinction level or better. Admission and the choice of research topic is dependent on the availability and agreement of an appropriate supervisor. The course can be taken as a variable unit. As such, the scope and word limit of the thesis will be customised as agreed between the student, convener and supervisor on commencement of enrolment.
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