See module specification for other years:
2022-232023-24
Notes: This is an independent study module
Module will run
None
Module aims
The purpose of the dissertation is to allow students to undertake a
substantial piece of independent research on a subject of their own
choosing. The dissertation will allow them to apply research and study
skills acquired during their 1st and 2nd terms and to work with the
guidance of one or more members of academic staff.
Module learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
demonstrate a specialist knowledge and understanding of their chosen subject
execute a programme of research, working independently
synthesise and critically evaluate a range of primary and secondary evidence
structure a substantial piece of written work
present a written dissertation to professional standards, including appropriate graphical and text presentation skills
manage their time effectively and complete a substantial piece of independent work to deadline
communicate research findings through a lecture, using PowerPoint
Indicative assessment
Task
% of module mark
Graduate/Postgraduate Dissertation
90
Oral presentation/seminar/exam
10
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
Task
% of module mark
Graduate/Postgraduate Dissertation
90
Module feedback
Oral and written feedback on drafts will be given to students during supervisorials