Overview
A year-long paper to introduce contemporary qualitative and quantitative research methods in linguistics and applied linguistics which are then extended into developing an individual research proposal.
This paper equips students with the knowledge and skills required to plan and do research in linguistics and applied linguistics. It covers a range of research approaches and methods including survey research, correlational research, experimental research, corpus analysis, case studies, ethnographic research, narrative inquiry and action research. It also includes topics on research ethics and integrity, doing literature review and writing a research proposal.
About this paper
| Paper title | Thesis Preparation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Linguistics |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2026 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $2,787.05 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- MA(Thesis)
- Eligibility
Suitable for students taking the MA in linguistics and applied linguistics.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on the English and Linguistics Programme webpage
- Teaching staff
- Paper Structure
This paper equips students with knowledge and skills required to plan and do research in linguistics and applied linguistics. It covers a range of research approaches and methods including survey research, correlational research, experimental research, corpus analysis, case studies, ethnographic research, narrative inquiry and action research. It also includes topics on research ethics and integrity, doing literature review and writing a research proposal.
- Textbooks
There are no prescribed texts for this course.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Ethics, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper should develop:
- Good knowledge of major research perspectives and key principles for undertaking quantitative and qualitative research in linguistics/ applied linguistics
- Practical skills in collecting and analysing different types of qualitative and quantitative data
- Ability to use secondary resources (e.g. research literature) to identify a specific research issue, develop a study to address the issue and write a literature-supported proposal that meets the standards for a master’s thesis
- Understanding and awareness of research integrity and ethical standards in research involving human participants
Overview
A year-long paper to introduce contemporary qualitative and quantitative research methods in linguistics and applied linguistics which are then extended into developing an individual research proposal.
This paper equips students with the knowledge and skills required to plan and do research in linguistics and applied linguistics. It covers a range of research approaches and methods, including survey research, correlational research, experimental research, corpus analysis, case studies, ethnographic research, narrative enquiry and action research. It also includes topics on research ethics and integrity, doing literature review and writing a research proposal.
About this paper
| Paper title | Thesis Preparation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Linguistics |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2027 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- MA(Thesis)
- Eligibility
Suitable for students taking the MA in linguistics and applied linguistics.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on the English and Linguistics Programme webpage.
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
There are no prescribed texts for this course.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Ethics, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper should develop:
- Good knowledge of major research perspectives and key principles for undertaking quantitative and qualitative research in linguistics/applied linguistics.
- Practical skills in collecting and analysing different types of qualitative and quantitative data.
- Ability to use secondary resources (e.g. research literature) to identify a specific research issue, develop a study to address the issue and write a literature-supported proposal that meets the standards for a master’s thesis.
- Understanding and awareness of research integrity and ethical standards in research involving human participants.