Module Information
Course Delivery
| Delivery Type | Delivery length / details |
|---|---|
| Seminars / Tutorials | 1 seminar every fortnight |
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | 1x10000 word project | 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment | 1 x 10000 word project All failed elements of the assessment must be retaken if the students average mark falls below the required pass mark of 40%. | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Undertake independent study
Plan and present an extended investigation: aims, literature review, methods, analysis
Demonstrate skills which are associated with library-based study: effective use of bibliographic searches; an ability to choose relevant sources; a sound knowledge and understanding of sources; critical interpretation of sources; an ability to synthesise sources; an ability to present coherent argument
Demonstrate research skills in a small-scale investigation: an appropriate method of data collection; an appropriate method of data analysis; an awareness of ethical and legal issues in data collection; to apply the results of the analysis to the aims of the dissertation.
Brief description
This module provides students with an opportunity to investigate a topic of their own choice, in consultation with the Director of Undergraduate Studies. It involves independent study under the guidance of a member of staff. It necessitates wide reading, leading to an extended essay. It requires library-based study and typically involves small-scale empirical investigation. Prior approval from the Director of Undergraduate Studies is needed before pre-registering and registering on this module.
Content
During fortnightly seminars, students will be given specific guidance on their individual projects.
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 6