Dissertation
| Module title | Dissertation |
|---|---|
| Module code | PHLM009 |
| Academic year | 2023/4 |
| Credits | 60 |
| Module staff | Dr Adam Toon (Lecturer) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 5 |
|---|
Module description
In this module you will pursue an individual programme of philosophical research, applying appropriate research methodologies and drawing on appropriate materials, to a topic approved by the programme director and under the guidance of an academic supervisor.
Module aims - intentions of the module
The aim of this module is to allow you to focus on a philosophical topic and methodology of your choice and engage in a sustained, in-depth piece of philosophical research
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge in a specialised subject area in philosophy.
- 2. Design an individual research programme, incorporating appropriate philosophical research methods
- 3. Collate and analyse subject-specific information from a range of appropriate sources
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 4. Assimilate and critically analyse data from an appropriate range of sources
- 5. Develop cogent philosophical argument
- 6. Communicate complex philosophical arguments and ideas effectively in writing.
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 7. Undertake an individual research project
- 8. Use IT for information retrieval and presentation
- 9. Manage your own work
Syllabus plan
Student-led workshop on 'Dissertation research and writing.'
At least four supervision meetings: one to initiative the dissertation followed by three meetings to give academic guidance including specific feedback on draft work
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 6 | 594 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | 4 | One-to-one supervision |
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | 2 | Dissertation workshop |
| Guided Independent Study | 594 | Independent study |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0 | 0 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation | 100 | 15,000 words | 1-9 | Written and or oral feedback |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation | Dissertation (15,000 words) | 1-9 | Next reassessment period |
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Subject-specific reading will vary according to research topic.
| Credit value | 60 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 30 |
| Module pre-requisites | Satisfaction of entry requirements for the MA programme |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 7 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 04/01/2017 |
