Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Engineering

Learning Methods

Online
Tutorial

Module Offerings

7592RTC-SEP-PAR

Aims

Advance the intellectual development of students through the application of rigorous analysis to approach issues related to the taught part of the course. Promote in-depth knowledge of particular topics within the range of subjects taught. Encourage, through the writing of the dissertation, a range of transferable subject-specific and core skills that will be of value to students in future research and in their professional careers in industry.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of specific issues related to their dissertation topic.
2.
Present systematic written arguments relevant to a specific topic.
3.
Apply analytical skills in a rigorous and in-depth manner.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:There is no specific syllabus; however, the following items should be addressed during the programme of study: Selection of project and rationale for choice: identification of project objectives and programme, planning and scheduling of project tasks, relationship with previous research in subject area. Project progress: adherence to schedule liaison with nominated supervisors. Presentation: preparation and submission of a bound dissertation of approximately 15,000 words.
Additional Information:This module accounts for 60 credits out of a full MSc programme of 180 credits. A substantial dissertation is written and submitted for examination.

Assessments

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