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ENGL7000 – Research in Literary Studies and Creative Writing
2021 – Session 2, Fully online/virtual
Session 2 Learning and Teaching Update
The decision has been made to conduct study online for the remainder of Session 2 for all units WITHOUT mandatory on-campus learning activities. Exams for Session 2 will also be online where possible to do so.
This is due to the extension of the lockdown orders and to provide certainty around arrangements for the remainder of Session 2. We hope to return to campus beyond Session 2 as soon as it is safe and appropriate to do so.
Some classes/teaching activities cannot be moved online and must be taught on campus. You should already know if you are in one of these classes/teaching activities and your unit convenor will provide you with more information via iLearn. If you want to confirm, see the list of units with mandatory on-campus classes/teaching activities.
Visit the MQ COVID-19 information page for more detail.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Geoffrey Payne
Stephanie Russo
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to MRes
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
What constitutes research in the fields of literary studies and creative writing? This unit considers the various contexts within which English literature is studied and composed, in order to encourage critical awareness of how and why these studies are pursued in the twenty-first century. This unit will introduce students to a wide range of recent debates in literary studies and creative writing, focusing upon the areas that lie at the centre of literary and creative research in the English Department at Macquarie University. Students will analyse and evaluate critical studies of literary works and conceptual approaches to creative research to consider how literature operates both conceptually and in the real world. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Comprehend the range of approaches to literary studies and creative writing that are pursued by researchers within the English department.
- ULO2: Enhance the design and development of research, especially with regard to aligning their ideas with relevant approaches within the field.
- ULO3: Use well developed judgement to develop research questions.
- ULO4: Write and present a minor piece of research related to a chosen field of enquiry in the discipline of literary studies.
General Assessment Information
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – 10 marks out of 100 credit will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted seven days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Report | 40% | No | Sunday 19 September 11.59pm |
| Research Essay | 60% | No | Sunday 7 November 11.59pm |
Report
Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: Sunday 19 September 11.59pm
Weighting: 40%
Report on opportunities for research within a sub-field of literary studies or creative writing.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Comprehend the range of approaches to literary studies and creative writing that are pursued by researchers within the English department.
Research Essay
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 65 hours
Due: Sunday 7 November 11.59pm
Weighting: 60%
Design and compose a research essay linked to one of the unit's weekly topics
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Enhance the design and development of research, especially with regard to aligning their ideas with relevant approaches within the field.
- Use well developed judgement to develop research questions.
- Write and present a minor piece of research related to a chosen field of enquiry in the discipline of literary studies.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Students will develop and complete a research project in preparation for their MRes Year 2 projects.
Delivery will be via workshop in Session 2.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
IT Help
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When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.
Changes from Previous Offering
Unit redesigned in 2021
Changes since First Published
| Date | Description |
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| 12/07/2021 | Statement about the new late penalty policy has been added to the Assessment Information section of the unit guide as per request by Lynn Negus. |
Unit information based on version 2021.04 of the Handbook