Unit Overview
- Description
This unit may be undertaken on either a full-time or part-time basis as part of the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) program.
The MPhil consists of an independent, supervised research program assessed solely through the submission of a thesis.
The research presented for the degree must constitute a substantial and original contribution to scholarship, demonstrating both mastery of the chosen field and a significant advancement of knowledge within that discipline.
Candidates are required to submit a written research proposal within six months of commencement.
The thesis (50,000 words) must be presented in typescript format, unless otherwise approved for alternative examination requirements. It should provide a comprehensive investigation of the chosen topic and make a substantial and original contribution to knowledge. The thesis should also demonstrate relevance to professional practice by extending theoretical foundations into practical applications in education.
- Credit
- 24 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Non-standard teaching period UWA (Perth) Flexible Non-standard teaching period UWA (Perth) Flexible - Outcomes
Students are able to (1) demonstrate advanced and critical knowledge at the forefront of a discipline or professional field; (2) conceive, design and conduct original research that makes a substantial contribution to knowledge or professional practice; (3) apply advanced research and analytical skills with intellectual independence and ethical responsibility; (4) critically evaluate and synthesise complex concepts, theories, and evidence; (5) communicate research outcomes effectively to specialist and non-specialist audiences; and (6) exercise expert judgement, autonomy, and leadership in research and professional contexts.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: MPhil thesis & thesis examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.
This unit is assessed on an ungraded pass/ungraded failed basis. All assessment items must be successfully completed.Supplementary assessment is not available in this unit.
- Contact hours
- To maintain satisfactory progress, it is expected that a candidate will commit an average of 30 hours (full-time enrolment) / 15 hours (part-time enrolment) per week towards completion.
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.