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To enable students to complete a substantial piece of individual work and build on their expertise in their degree specialism. To develop students research, time management, presentation and written communication skills.

Outline Syllabus:1. Introduction to the Dissertation - The selection of a Research Topic and formulation of a research question. - Establishing a research aim and setting / tailoring objectives to fulfil that goal - The structure and purpose of a dissertation 2. Research Approaches and Strategies - The Inductive versus Deductive Approach - Qualitative and Quantitative Research - Data Collection Strategies - Laboratory work - The Knowledge Database. Effective Literature Searching and Literature Reviews 3. Data Collection and Analysis - Data Collection Tools - Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis - Data Analysis tools

Additional Information:The dissertation enables students to personally select, and complete an in-depth study on, a topic related to their degree specialism. The module develops students' practical research skills and enhances their knowledge and expertise in their degree specialism. As the completion of a dissertation is principally student-led the module offers the opportunity to further develop time management, presentation and communication skills.