ARTS 3002 - Advanced Arts Research Project

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2017

This course provides an opportunity for BA (Advanced) students to complete a unique research project relating to one or both of their major disciplines. The main assignment for this course consists of an extended essay on a question identified by the student in negotiation with academics in their chosen subject areas. The essay should achieve a standard in content and presentation appropriate to that expected from students who may be aspiring to continue active research at Honours level and beyond. Students' work will be supported through a weekly seminar or other structured learning activities (e.g. online resources designed to assist in the development of high level skills in self-evaluation of work) and through active input from academic mentors.

  • General Course Information
    Course Details
    Course Code ARTS 3002
    Course Advanced Arts Research Project
    Coordinating Unit Arts Faculty Office
    Term Semester 2
    Level Undergraduate
    Location/s North Terrace Campus
    Units 6
    Contact Up to 3 hours per week
    Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y
    Prerequisites At least 6 units of level 2 undergraduate study
    Restrictions Final Year BA (Advanced) students only
    Quota 30
    Course Description This course provides an opportunity for BA (Advanced) students to complete a unique research project relating to one or both of their major disciplines. The main assignment for this course consists of an extended essay on a question identified by the student in negotiation with academics in their chosen subject areas. The essay should achieve a standard in content and presentation appropriate to that expected from students who may be aspiring to continue active research at Honours level and beyond. Students' work will be supported through a weekly seminar or other structured learning activities (e.g. online resources designed to assist in the development of high level skills in self-evaluation of work) and through active input from academic mentors.
    Course Staff

    Course Coordinator: Dr Gareth Pritchard

    Course Timetable

    The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

  • Learning Outcomes
    Course Learning Outcomes
    At the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
    1 Demonstrate a sound knowledge of the foundations and history of the major(s) studied
    2 Show a critical understanding of the development of theories and methods in major(s) studied
    3 Demonstrate an ability to apply theoretical principles to particular research problems
    4 Demonstrate an ability to collect, analyse and evaluate relevant information independently
    5 Demonstrate an ability to use creative and innovative solutions to research problems
    6 Examine, articulate and debate their views in small group discussions
    7 Formulate coherent arguments in independently researched written work of a high standard in the chosen major(s)
    8 Show a commitment to life-long learning and awareness of the ethical, social and cultural aspects of material studied as well as their importance for professional contexts
    9 Demonstrate leadership and high standards regarding the responsibilities incumbent upon an academically trained researcher
    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)
    Deep discipline knowledge
    • informed and infused by cutting edge research, scaffolded throughout their program of studies
    • acquired from personal interaction with research active educators, from year 1
    • accredited or validated against national or international standards (for relevant programs)
    1,2,3
    Critical thinking and problem solving
    • steeped in research methods and rigor
    • based on empirical evidence and the scientific approach to knowledge development
    • demonstrated through appropriate and relevant assessment
    2,4
    Teamwork and communication skills
    • developed from, with, and via the SGDE
    • honed through assessment and practice throughout the program of studies
    • encouraged and valued in all aspects of learning
    6
    Career and leadership readiness
    • technology savvy
    • professional and, where relevant, fully accredited
    • forward thinking and well informed
    • tested and validated by work based experiences
    2,7,8,9
    Intercultural and ethical competency
    • adept at operating in other cultures
    • comfortable with different nationalities and social contexts
    • able to determine and contribute to desirable social outcomes
    • demonstrated by study abroad or with an understanding of indigenous knowledges
    8
    Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
    • a capacity for self-reflection and a willingness to engage in self-appraisal
    • open to objective and constructive feedback from supervisors and peers
    • able to negotiate difficult social situations, defuse conflict and engage positively in purposeful debate
    6,8,9
  • Learning Resources
    Required Resources
    Course reader or other books as required.
    Recommended Resources
    Resources related to research skills development.
    Online Learning
    Additional course-related material is available through MyUni.
  • Learning & Teaching Activities
    Learning & Teaching Modes
    Lectures supported by problem-solving seminars which will develop lecture material.
    Workload

    The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

    1 x 1-hour lecture (or equivalent) per week 12 hours per semester
    1 x 2-hour seminar (or equivalent) per week 24 hours per semester
    7 hours independent and group research per week 84 hours per semester
    6 hours seminar preparation per week 72 hours per semester
    7 hours assignment work per week 84 hours per semester
    3 hours additional preparation for final assignment per week 36 hours per semester
    TOTAL WORKLOAD 312 hours per semester
    Learning Activities Summary
    Available upon enrolment.
  • Assessment

    The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:

    1. Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
    2. Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
    3. Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
    4. Assessment must maintain academic standards.

    Assessment Summary
    Assessment Task Task Type  Weighting Course Learning Objectives
    Seminar contribution  Formative and Summative  10% 1,2,3,6,7,8,9
    Seminar assignments  Formative and Summative 20% 2,3,4,5,6,7
    Online exercises  Formative and Summative 20% 4,5,7
    6000-7000 word essay  Formative and Summative 50% 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
    Assessment Related Requirements
    Attendance at weekly seminars is compulsory.
    Assessment Detail
    Seminar contribution: students are expected to attend and contribute to each seminar - 10% weighting.

    Seminar assignments: students submit assignments in-class - 20% weighting.

    Online exercises: students participate in weekly online exercises - 20% weighting.

    Essay: students submit a 6000-7000 word essay - 50% weighting.
    Submission
    Assignments are to be submitted electronically via MyUni.
    Course Grading

    Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

    M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
    Grade Mark Description
    FNS   Fail No Submission
    F 1-49 Fail
    P 50-64 Pass
    C 65-74 Credit
    D 75-84 Distinction
    HD 85-100 High Distinction
    CN   Continuing
    NFE   No Formal Examination
    RP   Result Pending

    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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