Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Online

Module Offerings

7502BCIRDL-SEP-PAR

Aims

1. To engage in independent and critical thinking and apply theoretical concepts in the field of international relations.
2. To apply knowledge of recent advances within the field of international relations and situate the proposed work accordingly.
3. To identify, access and critically evaluate relevant research resources.
4. To present and defend research findings in an appropriate and scholarly manner.
5. To examine an appropriate area of research and modify the project after discussion, reflection and feedback.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and understanding in a specialised area relating to international relations.
2.
Apply appropriate research methodologies in the completion of the project.
3.
Organise relevant material in a logical and coherent manner.
4.
Sustain a coherent argument throughout the research project.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:
Students will meet online with their supervisor to discuss the dimensions of the project, identify and address key scholarship in the field, develop an appropriate methodology, and establish an agreed framework for progress.
Module Overview:
Students will be prepared to undertake the dissertation as a result of the relevantresearch methods module.

Assessments

Essay
Dissertation