GG39630 - HUMAN GEOGRAPHY DISSERTATION

Module Identifier

GG39630

Module Title

HUMAN GEOGRAPHY DISSERTATION

Academic Year

2004/2005

Co-ordinator

Dr Robert J Mayhew

Semester

Semester 2 (Taught over 2 semesters)

Pre-Requisite

GG27720 , GG22110 or DA22110, DA22110 or GG22110

Mutually Exclusive

GG39130 , DA39630 , GG39210

Course delivery

Seminars / Tutorials

Three individual tutorials - 1. Discuss data collected and strategies for analysis; 2. Structure of the final dissertation report; 3. Draft of the final dissertation.

Assessment

Assessment Type	Assessment Length/Details	Proportion
Semester Assessment	(1) An interim report of approx. 2,000 words, presenting and summarising data collected. To be submitted in week 3 of Senmester 1.	25%
Semester Assessment	(2) A final dissertation project report of 10,000 words. To be submitted in week 6 of semester 2.	75%
Supplementary Assessment	Resit for a condoned (medical grounds) non-completion of examination or coursework involves the completion of the missing component(s) for the full range of marks on dates set in the Supplementary Examination period. Resit due to aggregate failure or non-completion of part of the assessment requires reexamination of each component if marks of <40% in both were obtained, or re-examination or re-submission of the failed component (examination of assignment(s) to obtain a maximum mark of 40% for the module).

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module students should be able to:

Plan, design and execute a piece of rigorous geographical research or enquiry.

Undertake, effective and appropriate empirical research, including the collection of primary data and/or the collation of information from secondary sources.

Analyse data in rigorous manner, employing appropriate techniques and interpret finding in the context of existing knowledge and theories.

Produce a substantial written research report in an appropriate academic style.

Demonstrate self-motivation, planning and initiative in working independently.

Brief description

This module takes the form of a student-led independent research project. An appropriate topic of geographical relevance is proposed by the student and approved by the module co-ordinator. The project involves four stages: (i) the identification of a research topic and development of an appropriate research plan; (ii) empirical research to collect primary data and/or collate information from secondary sources, as appropriate for the research issue. A report presenting and summarising data collected is submitted early in semester 1; (iii) the analysis of data and information, including the interpretation of findings in the context of existing knowledge and theories; (iv) the production of a 10,000 word final report, to be submitted in week 6 of semester 2. Each student will be allocated an advisor who will provide guidance on the development and reporting of the project.

Content

The module takes the form of a student-led independent research project. The topic of the project will be proposed by the student and approved by the module co-ordinator. Each student will be allocted an advisor who will provide guidance on the development and reporting of the project.

Reading Lists

Books
** Recommended Text
Flowerdew, R. & Martin, D. (1997) Methods in Human Geography: a guide to students doing a research project. Longman
Hoggart, K., Lees, L. & Davies, A. (2002) Researching Human Geography Arnold
Kennedy, B.A. in A. Rogers, H. Viles & A. Goudie (eds) (2002) The Student's Companion to Geography Blackwell
Kneale, P. (1999) Study Skills for Geography Students: a practical guide. Arnold

Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 6