This the Core module of the MA in Medieval Studies. The topics on offer change each year.
Occurrence | Teaching period |
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A | Autumn Term 2022-23 |
The core module for the MA in Medieval Studies, ‘Approaches to an Interdisciplinary Methodology’, is designed to introduce students to at least one new discipline, and, progressively, to interdisciplinary research and its methodologies, as well as to the practicalities, challenges and pleasures of post-graduate level independent research. It will also provide training in producing academic posters and effective presentation techniques.
At the end of this module, students should be able to:
demonstrate awareness of, and understanding of the value of interdisciplinary study
communicate knowledge in a concise, visually engaging and effective manner
work collaboratively, showing leadership, team-working, time and project management skills
design and deliver a presentation to a specific time, using the visual aid of a poster
Task | % of module mark |
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Oral presentation/seminar/exam | 100 |
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Task | % of module mark |
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Essay/coursework | 100 |
Feedback provided to the student on the day of presentation.
Each mini-module will have its own key reading, listed on the VLE site and in the Core Course Handbook provided at the start of term.