Advanced Project
| Module title | Advanced Project |
|---|---|
| Module code | ARCM007 |
| Academic year | 2024/5 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | Dr Hajnalka Herold () |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
Module description
This module allows postgraduate students to pursue a specialist skills development in Archaeology under supervision. It will be particularly suitable for students who wish to explore skills in more depth than is offered within existing taught modules. You are encouraged to devise your own goals, subject to approval by an established member of staff.
Module aims - intentions of the module
To apply the principles of archaeology through reflective practice and to acquire advanced competence in a selected study area
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Demonstrate originality in identifying opportunities for a subject specific methodology
- 2. Demonstrate a practical understanding of a specific subject
- 3. Demonstrate research abilities to an advanced level 6, dealing with complex concepts systematically and creatively within acknowledged ethical, safety and conservation boundaries
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 4. Evaluate critically and select and apply the methods of recording and analysis most appropriate for a specific case study
- 5. Write clearly to a high level and succinctly use appropriate language and illustrative material while completing work to a deadline
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 6. Demonstrate the ability to work as an independent individual
- 7. Consult with and respond to criticism from peers and lecturers
Syllabus plan
Not applicable – but you must agree the project with a supervisor, possibly involving an external expert.
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | 150 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Guided independent study | 150 | You will be supported by the designated supervisor through email and telephone contact |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project proposal form | 300 words maximum | 1, 5-7 | Written (by agreed supervisor) |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project portfolio | 100 | 4000 words maximum | 1-7 | Written feedback |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project portfolio | Project portfolio (4000 words) | 1-7 | Referral/Deferral period |
Re-assessment notes
Deferral – if you miss an assessment for certificated reasons judged acceptable by the Mitigation Committee, you will normally be either deferred in the assessment or an extension may be granted. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.
Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 50%) you will be required to submit a further assessment as necessary. If you are successful on referral, your overall module mark will be capped at 50%.
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
- Varies depending on subject chosen
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module pre-requisites | None |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 7 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 2011 |
| Last revision date | 17/05/2021 |
