LAW4327 Honours thesis

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Have planned, executed and reported on a piece of research or scholarship undertaken with a significant degree of independence;

2. 2

   Have acquired a detailed knowledge and expertise in the area of the topic which is the subject of the thesis;

3. 3

   Have developed and demonstrated both intellectual and practical research skills, including the skills needed to identify, evaluate, interpret and synthesise material relevant to the student's chosen research topic;

4. 4

   Have developed and demonstrated skills of critical analysis and original thought, including in-depth analysis of the legal and policy issues relevant to the student's chosen research topic;

5. 5

   Be able to identify, articulate and effectively communicate complex legal and policy issues in a manner that is succinct, scholarly and persuasive;

6. 6

   Be able to exchange knowledge and ideas with other scholars in order to achieve a high quality of legal scholarship;

7. 7

   Be able to learn and work with autonomy, accountability and professionalism;

8. 8

   Be able to reflect on and assess their own capabilities and performance, and make use of feedback as appropriate, to support personal and professional development.