Dissertation

Module Identifier
DSM1460
Module Title
Dissertation
Academic Year
2027/2028
Semester
Distance Learning
Co-ordinator
Jennie Hill
Reading List
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Other Staff
Jennie Hill
Dr Katharina Zinn
Ms Tanya Rogers
Dr Allen Foster
Dr Sue Lithgow
Dr Sarah Higgins
Dr Anoush Simon

Assessment

Assessment Type

Assessment details

Proportion
Semester Assessment Dissertation: 15000 Words 100%
Supplementary Assessment Dissertation: Dissertation: 15000 Words 100%

Learning Outcomes

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

  1. Analyse the strengths and weaknesses of a range of research methods, select the most appropriate and justify choice
  2. Articulate and justify the aims and objectives of a piece of research
  3. Apply appropriate research methods to an area of study
  4. Select and apply appropriate data analysis methods
  5. Identify, locate, and critically analyse the relevant literature pertaining to the area of study
  6. Critically reflect on the success research process and make recommendations for further studies in the field

Brief description

This module offer an opportunity to undertake a supervised dissertation on a topic of the student's choosing. Student's will undertake an in-depth study on an area of information and library studies, archives and records management, and other related fields of interest to them under the guidance of Departmental supervisor.

Content

The dissertation is an individual piece of work of the student's choosing. However support in relevant social science and historical research methods is provided, alongside classes which outline and support the dissertation and writing process.

Module skills

Skills type

Skills details
Adaptability and resilience Ability to design and manage a research project from start to finish, responding appropriately to challenges and making changes as required
Critical and analytical thinking Ability to critically analyse a range of qualitative, quantitative and/or historical research data
Digital capability Ability to select and use a range of relevant digital tools in the research and writing of the dissertation
Professional communication Communicating with academic staff, information professionals, and service users in an appropriate manner
Reflection Ability to reflect on the research process and draw conclusions about the success of the project
Subject Specific Skills Deepen and apply individual knowledge to chosen subject area

Notes

This module is at CQFW Level 7