THL560 Issues in Ageing and Pastoral Studies: Project (16)
CSU Discipline Area: Theology (THEOL)
Duration: Two session
Abstract:
This subject provides an opportunity for students to undertake theological reflection on ageing through a 10,000 word research project related to an issue in ageing and pastoral studies in which the student advances theoretical and/or practical foundations for ageing, spirituality and pastoral care concerns. It builds on and applies the foundations and methods acquired in THL530 Social Research Methods for Pastoral Studies.
+ Subject Availability Modes and Locations
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| Distance | Canberra | Session 2 |
| Distance | Canberra |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: THL560
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Assumed Knowledge:
Enrolment restrictions:
Master of Arts (Ageing and Pastoral Studies)
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate a high order of skill in planning and implementing a research project;
- be able to demonstrate an advanced ability to communicate and contextualise the ageing and pastoral studies project;
- be able to validate awareness and sensitivity to ethical issues arising from the project in ageing and pastoral studies;
- be able to produce a thorough, carefully reasoned report which demonstrates an in-depth understanding of a specific area of knowledge or inquiry; and
- be able to demonstrate effective reference and critical engagement with the relevant literature.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
The supervisor will give guidance to the student in the following areas: - management of a research project; - literature reviews and surveys; - collection and analysis of data; - evaluation and interpretation of analysis; - written presentation of research findings; - professional issues associated with research, including ethics and supervision; and - preparation for publishing findings in appropriate journals.
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.