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ENGL4090

English Honours III

20 Units 4000 Level Course

Available in 2012

Callaghan CampusSemester 1, Semester 2
OurimbahSemester 1, Semester 2

Previously offered in 2013, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

This course builds knowledge and understanding of the discipline of English, encompassing the study of literature and the practice of creative writing. In particular, it enhances skills and capacities through carrying through the first stage of an extended research thesis or creative project.

Objectives
By the end of this course students will have:
1. An advanced comprehension of contemporary issues in English and creative writing.
2. An awareness of good practice in the design and presentation of a research project (either literary-critical or creative).
3. The acquired skills and methods necessary to undertake complex analysis and effective communication on topics in English and in creative writing.
4. Enhanced disciplinary knowledge by way of detailed study of literary texts and readings.
Content
*Planning, researching and drafting a research thesis or creative project

*Advanced skills development:

-- researching a field of knowledge or creative production
-- research work on a particular topic guided by a supervisor or supervisors
-- effective communication of research and creative findings

*Close study and discussion of texts and readings
Replacing Course(s)
NA
Transition
The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Science Honours programs underwent an external program review in 2008. As part of this review some changes were implemented for all Honours courses. If you enrolled prior to 2009, you will be able to complete your Honours program as it stood at your time of enrollment, this being:

- Your long research essay or major creative project will be 15,000 words.
- You will be given opportunity to give an oral presentation of your work, but this is not mandatory.
Industrial Experience
0
Assumed Knowledge
A major in the discipline with a minimum credit grade average.
Modes of Delivery
Internal Mode
Teaching Methods
Self Directed Learning
Seminar
Assessment Items
Other: (please specify)
None (thesis or creative project begun in this course is completed in ENGL4100)
Contact Hours
Seminar: for 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term
Self Directed Learning: for 18 hour(s) per Week for Full Term

Timetables