Course overview
This is the first of 2 courses that need to be completed by part time students only. Students will choose a thesis topic in consultation with their supervisor. Students will attend a Thesis Writing Workshop, devise their research topic, refine their methodology and conduct preliminary research. The thesis will be 15,000 words in length and has to be finalized after completing CRWR 4005B which is the second part of the thesis course for part time students.
Course learning outcomes
- The ability to think creatively and critically.
- The ability to communicate concepts and ideas effectively through writing and discussion.
- Specialised knowledge of creative techniques in relation to a chosen genre.
- A broad knowledge of contemporary writing through directed and self-directed reading.
- The skills to research, synthesise, and integrate information into a creative form.
- The ability to set appropriate goals and work to a deadline.
- The ability to work independently and cooperatively.
- An understanding of ethical issues in the writing profession.
- The ability to revise and edit written manuscripts.
- A broad understanding of contemporary publishing issues and opportunities.