IC/Passport Number - School of Humanities, USM

i. Course Syllabus
The course syllabus depends on the topics/issues/fields chosen by
students and also on suggestions made by the lecturer supervising the
students. Although the supervisor will determine the form of work to be
submitted by the student for assessment, in general, the student is
expected to undertake library research and produce:
a. an assignment approximately 2,500 words in length, or
b. a final report at the end of the semester, or
c. 3 short essays based on the sub-topics of the research, or
d. a complete bibliography of the topic of research, or
e. all the above requirements.
ii.
Course Objectives
The objective of the course is to encourage students to explore
fields/issues which are of interest to them. Students, especially those
from the Humanities, BATI and ELLS programs who plan to pursue
their studies are expected to be able to gain basic knowledge in their
areas of research through this course. Students who are not under the
School of Humanities are encouraged to explore fields and disciplines
related to the Humanities which are in line with their interest.
In addition, the course can be taken into account to complete the
number of units to satisfy graduation requirements.
v. Registration
For the purpose of registration:
a) students could consult the lecturer of their choice.
b) students could consult the administrative staff. The interest of
the student will be identified, and he or she will be directed to
a lecturer whose interest or area of specialization closely
matches that of the student.
vi.
Implementation
a) Students will be supervised by a lecturer.
b) The course does not involve a Second or Third Assessor /
Examiner nor an External Examiner.
c) Supervisors will be those who are interested in specific topics,
fields of expertise or research.
d) The course can be offered as a Core, Elective or Minor course.
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