Overview
Preparation of a thesis proposal. Normally taken by students in the papers year for a Master’s degree in Geography by papers and thesis.
Required paper for a two-year Master's qualification that prepares candidates for the research process. The paper involves critical reading and reflection of academic work, development of academic writing, and developing appropriate research questions and methodologies for a research qualification.
About this paper
| Paper title | Master's Thesis Preparation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Geography |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Full Year (23 February 2026 - 6 November 2026)
(On campus)
1st Non standard period (14 July 2026 - 6 July 2027) (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $3,254.67 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- MA, MSc
- Eligibility
- Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission. View more information about departmental permission.
- Contact
- geography@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
Supervisor: Each student will be supervised by a member of staff most relevant to the proposed area of research.
For further information please contact geography@otago.ac.nz
- Paper Structure
Guided by a supervisor, students will prepare a theoretical/literature review pertinent to their chosen topic, a review and critique of potential research strategies/approaches relevant to their topic, and a thesis proposal. They will also present one seminar on their research topic during the year. The written assignments and the presentations all contribute to the mark for the paper.
- Teaching Arrangements
Postgraduate seminars run by the School of Geography are relevant to the research process and are designed with GEOG 495 students in mind. Your attendance at these seminars is recommended.
- Textbooks
- Textbooks are not required for this paper.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will have learned the skills that they need to complete the second research-focused year of the programme.
Overview
Preparation of a thesis proposal. Normally taken by students in the papers year for a Master’s degree in Geography by papers and thesis.
Required paper for a two-year Master's qualification that prepares candidates for the research process. The paper involves critical reading and reflection of academic work, development of academic writing and developing appropriate research questions and methodologies for a research qualification.
About this paper
| Paper title | Master's Thesis Preparation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Geography |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Full Year
(On campus)
1st Non standard period (5 March 2027 - 25 February 2028) (On campus) 2nd Non standard period (16 July 2027 - 7 July 2028) (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, MSc
- Eligibility
Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission.
- Contact
- geography@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
Supervisor: Each student will be supervised by a member of staff most relevant to the proposed area of research.
For further information please contact geography@otago.ac.nz
- Paper Structure
Guided by a supervisor, students will prepare a theoretical/literature review pertinent to their chosen topic, a review and critique of potential research strategies/approaches relevant to their topic and a thesis proposal. They will also present a seminar on their research topic during the year. The written assignments and the presentations all contribute to the mark for the paper.
- Teaching Arrangements
Postgraduate seminars run by the School of Geography are relevant to the research process and are designed with GEOG 495 students in mind. Your attendance at these seminars is recommended.
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will have learned the skills that they need to complete the second research-focused year of the programme.