Dissertation

Cod y Modiwl
DS31530
Teitl y Modiwl
Dissertation
Blwyddyn Academaidd
2025/2026
Semester
Dysgu o Bell
Cyd-gysylltydd y Modiwl
Dr Anoush Simon
Rhestr Ddarllen
Gweld ar Aspire
Staff Eraill sy'n Cyfrannu
Jennie Hill
Ms Tanya Rogers
Dr Julie Mathias
Dr Allen Foster
Dr Sue Lithgow
Dr Anoush Simon
Dr Sarah Higgins

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad

Manylion Asesiad

Cyfran
Asesiad Semester Dissertation 7500 - 10000 words in length: Alternatively, it may be possible to undertake a Practical Project (following consultation with Module Coordinator and relevant staff), comprising a written report of c5000 words and a practical element, e.g. development of a library toolkit, web application, etc. 100%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Dissertation 7500 - 10000 words in length or Practical Project as detailed above. 100%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. * Select a topic suitable for LIS research
  2. * Carry out a literature search and review of that topic
  3. * Devise appropriate research methodologies for that topic
  4. * Conduct a small-scale research project
  5. * Produce a dissertation of 7500 - 10000 words, written and presented in an appropriate manner
  6. * Demonstrate the ability to mange a small-scale project
  7. * Analyse data resulting from a small-scale project, including literature and/or empirical data
  8. *Discuss findings and evaluate research process

Disgrifiad cryno

This module is devoted to the student's individual research into an approved topic relating to some aspect of information and library studies. The module covers approaches to the planning, design, research and writing of a dissertation. The aim is to produce a sustained piece of academic work with a definite purpose, a coherent argument and a relevant outcome. It gives the student a chance to build on what has been learnt in the degree so far, and to develop their skills in independent learning.

Cynnwys

Content of the module will include:
* Introduction : what is a dissertation; choosing a topic; skills required
* Topic development - individual subject tutorials with relevant staff
* Dissertation evaluation : what makes a good research project?
* Selecting appropriate research methods for the topic
* Managing the project : the structure and process of the dissertation
* Research ethics
* Advisor support : up to six hours individual tuition/support from assigned advisor

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau

Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu Writing skills; also communication with academic advisor and potential research participants
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa Development of the ability to undertake independent project work and understand how this relates to the profession and professional development
Datrys Problemau Development of topic and decision making in regard to methods and research design
Gwaith Tim Working with advisor and research participants where necessary
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun Through independent project management and reflection on the research process
Rhifedd Where appropriate, through analysis of statistical data
Sgiliau pwnc penodol Integrates skills and knowledge developed during the degree programme, through an in depth treatment of a single topic of direct relevance to LIS field.
Sgiliau ymchwil Conducting literature search and review; fieldwork; collection, analysis and presentation of data
Technoleg Gwybodaeth IT use where appropriate ¿ may be used to analyse data; also general word processing skills

Nodau

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