CRWR 4003 - Honours Creative Writing Thesis
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2024
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CRWR 4003 Course Honours Creative Writing Thesis Coordinating Unit English, Creative Writing, and Film Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 12 Contact 2 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange N Restrictions Completed degree (72 units) including 24 units of Creative Writing major or minor in English with portfolio of creative work Assessment 12,000 word creative paper with 3000 word exegesis 15,000 words in total (100%) Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Matthew Hooton
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1. The ability to think creatively and critically.
2. The ability to communicate concepts and ideas effectively through writing and discussion.
3. Specialised knowledge of creative techniques in relation to a chosen genre.
4. A broad knowledge of contemporary writing through directed and self-directed reading.
5. The skills to research, synthesise, and integrate information into a creative form.
6. The ability to set appropriate goals and work to a deadline.
7. The ability to work independently and cooperatively.
8. An understanding of ethical issues in the writing profession.
9. The ability to revise and edit written manuscripts.
10. A broad understanding of contemporary publishing issues and opportunities.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1,2,3,4,5,8,10 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1,2,5,6,7,8,9,10 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
3,4,8,10 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
2,5,7,9,10 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
This is a studio-based course, in which students will submit work for review each week, and in turn prepare feedback for peers. The class will act as a two-hour weekly workshop focussed on students’ final creative writing honours theses, and students are expected to arrive prepared to discuss one another’s work in a professional manner. Attendance is mandatory.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
2 hours of Seminar/week (8 weeks)
1 hour of Seminar prep/week
20 hours of Reading & Research/week
14 hours of focussed Writing/week
4 hours of supervision meetings/semester
Total: 296 hours (first 8 weeks) + 136 hours (final 4 weeks) + 4 hours of meetings = 436/semesterLearning Activities Summary
Primary focus will be on workshopping creative writing, which may include discussion of workshopping methods and creative writing pedagogy, relevant texts, and industry context. Special attention will be given to the creation and balance of the creative work and accompanying exegesis that comprise the honours thesis. -
Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
15,000 words or equivalent are due at end of semester.Assessment Detail
15,000 words or equivalent are due at end of semester and weighted at 100% of the evaluation for CRWR 4003, and 50% of the overall honours program. This will include a substantial piece of creative writing, up to 12,000 words, with an exegesis of 3,000 words.Submission
All assignments will be submitted via MyUni and Turnitin.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M11 (Honours Mark Scheme) Grade Grade reflects following criteria for allocation of grade Reported on Official Transcript Fail A mark between 1-49 F Third Class A mark between 50-59 3 Second Class Div B A mark between 60-69 2B Second Class Div A A mark between 70-79 2A First Class A mark between 80-100 1 Result Pending An interim result RP Continuing Continuing CN Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
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