ENGL 4101A - Honours English Thesis A

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2023

The Honours English Thesis provides an opportunity to undertake advanced level literary research in the discipline of English. The aim of the course is to enable students to explore a specialised literary topic of their own choice and to develop high-order research and writing skills appropriate to its study. Topics to be covered in the two hour thesis writing workshop each week may include advanced library research methods; the conventions of the research proposal, literature review, thesis argumentation and abstract in the discipline of English; key scholarly approaches to literary research and the assumptions that inform them. Students will also confer with their individual supervisors each week across the semester.

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Course Details

Course Code	ENGL 4101A
Course	Honours English Thesis A
Coordinating Unit	English, Creative Writing, and Film
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Contact	3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	Completed degree (72 units) including 24 units of English or a minor sequence of 18 units in English for students with a Creative Writing major of 24 units
Incompatible	ENGL 4003, ENGL 4004A
Restrictions	Completed degree (72 units) including 24 units of English or a minor sequence of 18 units in English for students with a Creative Writing major of 24 units
Assessment	15,000 word thesis (100%)

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Professor Andrew van der Vlies

Course Timetable

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Course Learning Outcomes

1. Engage with a topic in English Studies through analysis of a selection of texts, debates, theories and methodologies.

2. Develop and use high order-research skills in literary studies.

3. Prepare coherently and logically argued written material demonstrating effective engagement with analytical and methodological approaches to English Studies.

4. Plan, research, organise and complete a long form written assessment (15,000 words).

5. Engage in workshop discussions, present material in draft, comment on others' drafts, and facilitate workshop discussion.

6. Collaborate effectively with peers in group discussion of texts, theories, and methodologies.

7. Explore and utilise contemporary digital resources relevant to the preparation and completion of assessment tasks.

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This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

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Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	2, 3, 4, 5, 7
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	3, 5, 6, 7
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	1, 2, 6
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Attribute 7: Digital capabilities Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.	6, 7
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	5, 6, 7

Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

Regular workshops and consultations with convenor, regular meetings with individual supervisors.

Workload

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Learning Activities Summary

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Assessment
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4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary

Students will complete a thesis of no more than 15,000 words.

Assessment Detail

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Submission

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Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

NOG (No Grade Associated)

Grade Description

CN Continuing

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