Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Humanities and Social Science

Learning Methods

Tutorial

Module Offerings

7102IR-SEP-MTP

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 bringing the project to completion.
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 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:
This module will prepare you to undertake your dissertation following the relevant research methods module. It will enable you to:
  • engage in independent and critical thinking and apply theoretical concepts in the field of international relations
  • apply knowledge of recent advances within the field of international relations and situate the proposed work accordingly
  • identify, access and critically evaluate relevant research resources
  • present and defend research findings in an appropriate and scholarly manner
  • examine an appropriate area of research and modify the project after discussion, reflection and feedback
Additional Information:Students will be prepared to undertake the dissertation as a result of the relevant research methods module.

Assessments

Report

Dissertation