SWK726 Doctoral Thesis in Social Work FT (128)

This is the research subject for the Doctor of Social Work. The subject of the thesis will concentrate on one field of the professional practice of social work. In consultation with an approved supervisor the candidate will develop and refine the subject for presentation as a thesis, demonstrating a thorough knowledge of the scholarly debate relevant to the field chosen and a capacity for both critical analysis of, and constructive contribution to, that debate. The completed thesis must be a significant and original contribution to knowledge in the professional practice of social work.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 2 (60)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: SWK726. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

SY/US

Duration

Four sessions

School

School of Social Work and Arts

Enrolment Restrictions

Restricted to students enrolled in the Doctor of Social Work.

Assumed Knowledge
SWK701 and SWK702 and SWK703 and SWK704
Incompatible Subjects

SWK706

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to apply and implement advanced theoretical and methodological knowledge to social work research;
  • be able to demonstrate a superior understanding of the field of study;
  • be able to demonstrate a higher order knowledge of the scholarly debate relevant to the field chosen of investigation;
  • be able to demonstrate a higher order skill for both critical analysis of, and constructive contribution to, that debate;
  • be able to demonstrate the originality and significance of the work embodied in the thesis;
  • be able to develop and refine the subject for presentation as a thesis in the professional practice of social work; and
  • be able to disseminate research findings and promote new insights in social work to peers and the community.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • This is a research subject. Content will be determined by the candidate in consultation with their supervisor.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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