LAW6052 - Law Research Report

Objectives:

On successful completion of the module, students will be able to:

1 - Define a law research project suitable for a 4,000-word dissertation
2 - Demonstrate understanding and appropriate research skills in handling a range of primary and secondary material relevant to the project
3 - Produce a piece of coherently argued writing, supported by appropriately presented evidence, making a valid contribution to critical debate on the topic.

Content:

Students will define a research project of their choice, in consultation with an appointed member of staff, formulate a proposal and complete a dissertation under the supervision of the appointed member of staff appropriately presented and supported by scholarly apparatus.

Learning and Teaching Information:

The bulk of this module is guided independent study, where the student undertakes research and drafts the dissertation. Individual supervision takes place in face-to-face meetings and e-mail communication, and will include detailed feedback on draft material.

The workshops include tutor input and question-and-answer sessions. Topics will often relate to one of the taught courses at Level 5 or 6.

Workshops
Hours: 6
Intended Group Size: 15

Individual Supervision
Hours: 6

Guided independent study
Hours: 188

Further details relating to assessment

Outline proposals (consisting of a provisional title; outline of the proposed research question; indicative reading list, and brief account of methodology) will be submitted to form a formal formative submission point as well as the basis for ethics approval.

Assessment:

001 Research Report; 5,000 words; end of semester 2 100%

Fact File

Module Coordinator - Simon Best
Level - 6
Credit Value - 20
Pre-Requisites - NONE
Semester(s) Offered - 6YL

Click here to go back to previous page