2024/25 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue

SLSP5401M Dissertation

60 creditsClass Size: 400

Module manager: Dr Sharon Elley
Email: S.T.Elley@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: 1 Oct to 30 Sep (12mth) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

This module is not approved as an Elective

Module summary

Each TPG follows a unique tailored programme of training and research planned in consultation with a member of staff drawn from the School of Sociology and Social Policy. The rational for the module is to ensure student familiarity with contemporary concerns relevant to the likely selected dissertation topic. This includes successfully researching, designing, conducting and producing a high-quality project. Supervisors and students may build here on the coverage provided in Semester One modules. Guidance on appropriate readings is specific to individual candidates. Students submit an outline plan, setting their dissertation. They also submit a draft dissertation in semester 2 for formative feedback before submitting their final summative dissertation.

Objectives

This module will support students through the process of designing and conducting a substantial piece of independent research. It seeks to enhance:-
* their ability to develop and carry through to completion an in-depth analysis focussed on a specific topic relevant to their programme;
* their capacity to work independently, selecting and using appropriate research methods and/or deploying appropriate advanced theoretical concepts;
* their understanding of ethics in relation to research;
* their ability to relate an in-depth study to current broader debates and concerns in the advanced study relevant to their programme of study;
* their ability to critically engage in the development of professional / disciplinary boundaries and norms
* their skills in written communication and organisation within a lengthy format.

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:
- advanced critical thinking and analytical techniques relevant to their programme of study;
- current debates in their chosen area of study;
- independent learning skills and self-management, as necessary for the undertaking of a higher research degree and/or for employment in a higher capacity in industry or an area of professional practice.


Skills learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:
1. Academic- advanced critical knowledge and understanding
2. Digital – use of media platforms
3. Work Ready – ability to lead and carry-out independent research and projects, communicate and work with others.
4. Technical – command of advanced critical thinking, comprehension and communication to various audiences.
5. Appropriate use of terminology and advanced writing skills in a lengthy format.

Syllabus

Details of the syllabus will be provided on the Minerva organisation (or equivalent) for the module

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Supervision Meetings	6	0.50	3.00
Independent online learning hours			8.00
Private study hours			589.00
Total Contact hours			3.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			600.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

At supervision sessions. Students will submit a draft of their dissertation.

Methods of assessment

Coursework

Assessment type	Notes	% of formal assessment
Assignment	Courseowrk	100.00
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework)		100.00

Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated

Reading list

There is no reading list for this module

Last updated: 27/03/2024

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