Dissertation

Cod y Modiwl
IL30340
Teitl y Modiwl
Dissertation
Blwyddyn Academaidd
2027/2028
Semester
Semester 2 Dysgwyd dros 2 semester
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 Sarah Higgins
Dr Anoush Simon

Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad

Manylion Asesiad

Cyfran
Asesiad Semester Proposal: 1500 Words 10%
Asesiad Semester Dissertation: 7500-10000 words 90%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Dissertation: 7500-10000 words 90%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Proposal: 1500 Words 10%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. 1. Identify and select a topic suitable for a dissertation study.
  2. 2. Carry out a literature search and review.
  3. 3. Devise appropriate research methodologies.
  4. 4. Conduct a small-scale research project.
  5. 5. Devise a research proposal for a small-scale project.
  6. 6. Write a dissertation of 7500 – 10000 words.
  7. 7. Demonstrate the ability to manage a small-scale project.

Disgrifiad cryno

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.
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 research methods and research design.
Gwaith Tim Working with advisor and research participants.
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 course, through an in depth treatment of a single topic of direct relevance to the field. Developing an understanding of academic subject and the relationship to professional issues.
Sgiliau ymchwil Conducting literature search and review; fieldwork; collection, analysis and presentation of data.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth Website searches will be used identify appropriate primary and secondary sources, and assignments will be word processed. IT use where appropriate – may be used in data analysis.

Nodau

Mae'r modiwl hwn yn cydymffurfio a FfCChC Lefel 6