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Overview

A supervised research essay of 6,500 words in an approved topic in politics.

This paper is an extended essay under supervision chosen by the student in conjunction with their supervisor. It is excellent preparation for post-graduate study such as MPols and MInstSt programmes.

About this paper

Paper title Research Project
Subject Politics
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 2 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,103.10
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
54 200-level POLS points
Schedule C
Arts and Music
Notes
Admission to this paper normally requires an average of at least B+ over three POLS 200-level papers.
Eligibility
Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission. View more information about departmental permission.
Contact

Dr Christine Winter

Teaching staff

Teaching staff consists of various politics lecturers.

Paper Structure

The student meets each week with their supervisor to develop the essay.

Teaching Arrangements

One-on-one supervision

Textbooks

Textbooks are not required for this paper.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

This paper will allow students to explore and develop their research expertise in a field of study of their choice.

Overview

A supervised research essay of 6,500 words in an approved topic in politics.

This paper is an extended essay under supervision chosen by the student in conjunction with their supervisor. It is excellent preparation for post-graduate study such as MPols and MInstSt programmes.

About this paper

Paper title Research Project
Subject Politics
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 2 (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.
Prerequisite
54 200-level POLS points
Schedule C
Arts and Music
Notes
Admission to this paper normally requires an average of at least B+ over three POLS 200-level papers.
Eligibility

Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission. View more information about departmental permission.

Contact

Dr Christine Winter

Teaching staff

Teaching staff consists of various politics lecturers.

Paper Structure

The student meets each week with their supervisor to develop the essay.

Teaching Arrangements

One-on-one supervision.

Textbooks

Textbooks are not required for this paper.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

This paper will allow students to explore and develop their research expertise in a field of study of their choice.

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