Studying at York
Dissertation - MST00011M
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Summer Term 2022-23 to Summer Vacation 2022-23 |
Module aims
The research dissertation is the opportunity for students to demonstrate their ability to apply skills developed during the taught modules to a topic of their choosing, selected with support from tutors and supervisors. Students will be expected to demonstrate the following: their ability to plan and manage projects; use a range of traditional and electronic sources to address the research question; further develop their drafting and editing skills; present research in a coherent and professional manner.
Module learning outcomes
- To identify a research question and to analyse and interpret primary and secondary sources
- To develop the ability to assess and critique the research of others
- To develop clear and concise writing and editing skills
- To develop critical thinking and intellectual independence
- To demonstrate the ability to contextualise research and use methodological processes to structure arguments
- To develop the ability to plan and lead structured projects to time
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Graduate/Postgraduate Dissertation | 100 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Graduate/Postgraduate Dissertation | 100 |
Module feedback
Feedback to students will be provided in a timely manner, dependent on the timing of Exam Boards. Students should expect their results for the Dissertation and the MA as a whole to be confirmed within 8 weeks.
Indicative reading
Key reading will vary based on advice provided by each student's individual Dissertation Supervisor.