Module JXH-4021:
Dissertation proposal
Dissertation Proposal 2023-24
JXH-4021
2023-24
School Of Human And Behavioural Sciences
Module - Semester 1 & 2
20 credits
Module Organiser:
Vicky Gottwald
Overview
This module provides the opportunity to work closely with, and be supported by, an expert member of staff on a one-to-one or small group basis to help develop your ideas. You will be supported to advance your understanding of the current knowledge base in an area of interest to you, as well as your critical-thinking, writing and presentation skills in preparation to be able to articulate ideas effectively to relevant parties e.g. practitioners, academics.
Assessment Strategy
-threshold -A basic overview of the topic to be reviewed -good -A good in-depth review that clearly shows the area to be reviewed and some justifications for doing so. -excellent -The proposal will leave the reader in no doubt as to what the topic area, the purpose and the rational of the review.
Learning Outcomes
- Critically appraise empirical literature in order to formulate an appropriate dissertation aim / question
- Demonstrate a range of communication skills appropriate to the outcomes of postgraduate study, including the production of a verbal proposal presentation and written proposal
- Develop and propose an appropriate methodological approach in line with your dissertation aim / question e.g. a discursive approach, meta-analysis or systematic review
- Provide evidence of a critical and analytical approach to how scientific data might be collected, organised and interpreted
Assessment method
Written Plan/Proposal
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Written proposal
Weighting
70%
Due date
25/04/2022
Assessment method
Individual Presentation
Assessment type
Summative
Description
Dissertation proposal presentation
Weighting
30%
Due date
09/03/2022