CYP6034 - Dissertation

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:
Demonstrate the ability to design a project having regard to principles of good research design and ethics;
Demonstrate the ability to collect and analyse information and arrive at conclusions on the basis of systematic and sustained argument;
Demonstrate the ability to assess and evaluate critically a variety of types of evidence;
Write a dissertation in an appropriate style.

Content:

The module provides an opportunity for students to complete an independent investigation into an area of interest. It will entail application of the principles and practices introduced in the Research Methods module at Level 5. Identification of an area of inquiry will lead to a practical investigation or a theoretical study. A selected, extensive, literature review will inform the investigation. Evidence will be gathered with due regard to ethical concerns, where appropriate. The dissertation will comprise an account of the substantive literature, methods used and discussion of findings.

Learning and Teaching Information:

The dissertation involves largely independent study and research, supported by taught sessions covering research design, planning, conduct, analysis and presentation. Supervision will be provided following initial briefing.

Initial briefing during Level 5
Contact hours: 2
Intended Group size: 150

Discussion of proposal with supervisor during Level 5
Contact hours: 1
Intended Group isze: 1

Drop-in sessions
Contact hours: 4
Intended Group size: 150

Supervision sessions
Contact hours: 5
Intended Group size: 1
e-Tutoring
Contact hours: 5
Intended group size: 1

Guided independent study
Hours: 383

Assessment: