Master's papers are each typically six days class time per semester. How this is achieved can vary from paper to paper. Commonly it's either 2 x 3-day noho or 3 x 2-day noho, and increasingly these are supported by Zoom evening sessions. A master's paper typically has 3 to 4 assessments.

Being able to read and write critically is a key skill required of students at this level., You need to be comfortable and confident using the advanced features of word processing software such as Microsoft Word. 

 

Thesis or Dissertation

  • A thesis is a research and writing project that is equivalent to the workload of four taught papers. A Master's degree by thesis is highly recommended if you wish to continue your studies to a PhD or Professional Doctorate level.
  • A dissertation is equivalent to two papers, and is, therefore, half the size of a thesis. A student can choose to do this full-time over six months or half-time across a year. While a dissertation is half the size of a thesis it still requires solid focus and the same level of writing skills as for a thesis. If you complete your degree with a dissertation you can continue to a doctoral programme.

 

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2023 Noho Dates

Semester 1 2023

Paper Code Noho 1 Noho 2 Noho 3
MAO820 20-22 April 13-14 May  
MAO822    6-7 March 3-4 April 15-16 May
IHI808 6-7 March 3-4 April 15-16 May
IHI803 6-7 March 3-4 April 15-16 May
MIB810 6-7 March 3-4 April 15-16 May

Semester 2 2023

Paper Code Noho 1 Noho 2 Noho 3
IHI813 17-18 July 28-29 August 2-3 October
MAO823 17-18 July 28-29 August 2-3 October
MAO815 17-18 July 28-29 August 2-3 October
IHI803 17-18 July 28-29 August 2-3 October
REO803 14-16 July 22-24 September  
TOI803 11-13 July 21-22 September  
Please note: These are indicative dates only, and are subject to changes. Please contact the school of indigenous studies for the most up to date information.