INF501 Readings in Information Studies (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Information Studies (INFST)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject is designed to provide students with the opportunity to study in depth a topic in the field of information studies which is of particular interest to them. Students select a specific area which requires both broad understanding and in depth analysis, and use this to prepare a detailed literature review.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
| Session 1 | |
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| Distance | Wagga Wagga |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: INF501
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Enrolment restrictions:
Only available to students enrolled in the Applied Research specialisation of the Master of Information Studies
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- identify an appropriate topic for a literature review;
- articulate a specific purpose and a clear set of objectives to guide the writing of their literature review; and
- select, evaluate and synthesise appropriate literature for their chosen topic area and develop this into a review which explores the issues in depth and with balance.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
- Preparing an integrative literature review - Steps in writing a literature review - Reading and evaluating research - Format and referencing
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.