Abstract

This subject offers students the opportunity to demonstrate an advanced understanding of a topic area in Information Studies though the writing of an extended essay with a view to possible publication. Students select a topic from a wide-ranging list, and, under the supervision of a lecturer, but working independently, devise … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Developing your topic focus and titleLiterature searchingAnnotating your bibliographySynthesising your materialIdentifying issues of theory and practiceWriting for scholarly publication

Assessment items

2. Progress report
3. Extended essay

Enrolment restrictions

Only available to students in the Masters of Information Studies, who have completed (or have credit for) at least 72 subject points and have a GPA of at least 5.0, or to students in the Masters of Education (Knowledge Networks and Digital Innovation), who have completed (or have credit for) at least 48 subject points and have a GPA of at least 5.0.