Course overview
This is the second of 2 courses (the first is CRWR 4005A) that needs 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.
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.