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ECOP6033: Research Project
2025 unit information
This unit is offered as a capstone for the Master of Political Economy, as an alternative to the two dissertation units (ECOP6121 and ECOP6122). You are provided with the opportunity to conduct a supervised research project of your own design, drawing on the theoretical perspectives which you have been introduced to through other Master of Political Economy units, and to explore issues previously encountered in greater depth. You will complete a 6,000 word political economy analysis, and the opportunity to present and gain feedback on your progress during the semester.
Unit details and rules
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Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Postgraduate |
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| Academic unit | Political Economy |
| Credit points | 6 |
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24 credit Points |
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None |
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None |
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At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. Critically evaluate the application of different theories in political economy to contemporary issues.
- LO2. Demonstrate analytical skills to locate, critically evaluate, and apply sources of information to research in the field of political economy.
- LO3. Demonstrate research skills that enable you to draw on extensive and diverse primary and secondary sources to construct a written analysis.
- LO4. Undertake a sustained piece of self-directed, original research.
- LO5. Orally present a paper clearly to a small audience and to participate constructively in discussion.
- LO6. Demonstrate awareness of intellectual and professional development.
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown / Darlington, Sydney | |
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Semester 2 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown / Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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