Universität Wien

128461 SE MA-Seminar (Literature/Cultural Studies - Final Module 6) (2025S)

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 12 - Anglistik
Continuous assessment of course work
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Mo 05.05. 14:15-15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 20 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Monday 10.03. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 17.03. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 24.03. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 31.03. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 07.04. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 28.04. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 12.05. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 19.05. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 26.05. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 02.06. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A
  • Monday 16.06. 14:15 - 15:45 Seminarraum 6 Anglistik UniCampus Hof 8 3E-O1-22.A

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This course aims to help students in the process of writing their MA. We will consider the various stages of MA-writing; consider the choice of primary and secondary sources as well as the types of questions that are worth pursuing. We will also look into the structure of the thesis, argumentation, and support. In the course, participants will have a chance to present their work in progress and get (peer-)feedback. It is recommended that the students have already started their MA-writing process (found a supervisor and the topic).
Each participant will submit materials/present work samples, which your peers will read and comment upon and which we will discuss together. We will address questions concerning individual projects, selection of sources, methodology, procedures for research, general MA guidelines and expectations, and academic writing style and formats. In each section, next so tackling a different issue related to the MA writing process and product, we will focus on your individual projects. These discussions will be based on the materials presented by individual students (presentation/slides, handout (abstract/ToC, text excerpts).

Assessment and permitted materials

Individual presentation of research projects, written input (e.g. abstract, table of contents, text excerpt), individual and group work

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

expanded on 12/03/2025
Course evaluation is based on:
(A) class participation and preparation of course materials (20%)
(B) project presentation (50%)
3 min pitch; 3-4 min problem - where do you need help and assessment? Altogether 15 min for every person. (Students are grouped depending on where they are in their process of writing; only then the work they should be doing is distributed.)
(C) assignment (30%)
Group presentation and handout with best practices. In groups you will prepare 1-page handouts for your colleagues concerning chosen topics (etherpad list) and best practices, and present this in class. The presentation will also include one exercise of your choice.

The minimum requirements for passing the course are:
(a) regular class attendance (max. 2 missed sessions)
(b) active class participation
(c) giving project presentation on time
(d) handing in assignments on time
(e) attaining the pass rate of 60 points

Marks in %:
1 (very good): 90-100%
2 (good): 80-89%
3 (satisfactory): 70-79%
4 (pass): 60-69%
5 (fail): 0-59%

Points must be collected in all of these areas to pass. The benchmark for passing this course is at 60%.

Examination topics

- Input phases combined with group work and classroom discussion
- Student input from your project presentation
- Students' assignments

Reading list

Chosen reading materials will be provided by course participants.

Further materials, which may be helpful in preparing students for writing an MA include:
- A. Durant and N. Fabb. How to Write Essays and Dissertations: A Guide for English Literature Students
- J.S. Graustein. How to Write an Exceptional Thesis or Dissertation: A Step-by-Step Guide from Proposal to Successful Defense
- Y. Bui. How to Write a Master's Thesis

Association in the course directory

Studium: MA 844(2)
Code/Modul: MA6.1
Lehrinhalt: 12-0572

Last modified: We 12.03.2025 13:26