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Dissertation (Environmental Economics & Environmental Management) - ENV00017M
- Department: Environment and Geography
- Credit value: 80 credits
- Credit level: M
- Academic year of delivery: 2022-23
- Notes: This is an independent study module
Module summary
This module involves carrying out an individual research project based at the University of York. This module runs alongside the 'EEEM dissertation with placement' module, in which students work with an external partner as part of the module.
Module will run
NoneModule aims
The MSc dissertation module provides students with the opportunity to undertake an in-depth individual research project in an area of interest within the field of environmental economics and environmental science and management.
Module learning outcomes
Subject content
- apply skills acquired from taught modules to the identification and solution of problems in the field of environmental economics and environmental management, showing an understanding of the nature of environmental problems and of their solutions;
- develop the capacity to undertake independent research that satisfies the normal professional standards of the relevant disciplines; and develop the ability to report research results in a satisfactory way
Academic and graduate skills
The module provides experience in conducting a piece of independent research with advice and guidance from an experienced researcher. This develops a range of generic skills including:
- Problem analysis and task prioritisation
- Time management
- Effective written reporting of research
- Effective verbal presentation of results
- People skills
- Critical evaluation of economic and scientific data
- Skills in data analysis
- Practical skills in data collection
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 90 |
| Oral presentation/seminar/exam | 10 |
Special assessment rules
None
Additional assessment information
Students can submit draft copies of their dissertation (or draft sections) to their supervisors to get feedback on their writing style and the scientific process.
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Graduate/Postgraduate Dissertation | 100 |
Module feedback
Four week turn-around time. Feedback is via a feedback sheet showing comments by markers.
Indicative reading
Will vary depending on topic