Course Catalogue

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a) To demonstrate students' ability to explore a relevant research topic in depth, with appropriate research methods, displaying creativity and analytical skills. b) For students to become familiar with the procedures and conventions of academic scholarship. c) Time manage the completion of the research investigation, and the submission of a research dissertation

Outline Syllabus:This is the Dissertation Module, which culminates the work on the MSc programme. Teaching and learning is by tutorial-supported student work on the preparation of this major academic study. After an initial seminar group meeting involving other students, tuition is mainly on an individual basis. Students submit their Research Design Proposal and must have tutor approval before proceeding to work on their dissertation.

Additional Information:The Research Design Proposal is submitted for marking before the formal dissertation period starts, whereupon is it allocated 10% of the dissertation portfolio mark. This RDP forms the basis of communication between the student and supervisor for preparation for the study proper. The student may only begin formal research as part of the dissertation once the supervisor gives permission to go ahead (permissions are based on the RDP quality, the ethics approval and risk assessment).