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ISL590 Dissertation for Islamic Studies (16)
Abstract
This subject provides an opportunity for students to undertake a research on Islamic Studies. It comprises of a 12,000 word research project on a topic which has been touched upon by one of the subjects they have studied so far in their Islamic Studies course. The research will advance theoretical and/or practical understanding of the chosen topic. |
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Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: ISL590
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One sesssion | HD/FL | Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation |
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Assumed KnowledgeStudents will need to have a foundational knowledge in Islamic Studies by completing other subjects on Islamic Studies before attemoting the dissertation. |
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Enrolment restrictions
Master of Islamic Studies |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
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be able to demonstrate a high order of skill in planning and implementing a research project;
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be able to demonstrate a deeper level of knowledge in a particular area of Islamic Studies;
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be able to demonstrate a level of expertise on scholarship that exists in a particular area of Islamic Studies;
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be able to produce a thorough, carefully reasoned report which demonstrates an in-depth understanding of a specific area of knowledge or inquiry; and
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be able to demonstrate effective reference and critical engagement with the relevant literature.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
The supervisor will give guidance to the student in the following areas:
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management of a research project
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literature reviews and surveys
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collection and analysis of data
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evaluation and interpretation of analysis
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written presentation of research findings
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professional issues associated with research, including ethics and supervision
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preparation for publishing findings in appropriate journals
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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.