Module Information
Course Delivery
Assessment
| Assessment Type | Assessment length / details | Proportion |
|---|---|---|
| Semester Assessment | Dissertation 1 x 12000 word project | 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment | Dissertation 1 x 12000 word project All failed elements of the assessments must be re-taken if the student's average mark falls below the required pass mark of 40%. In this case, failed chapters within the work may be resubmitted. | 100% |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Undertake independent study.
Plan and present an extended investigation: aims; literature review; methods; analysis.
Demonstrate skills which are associated with library-based study: effective use of bibliographic searches; an ability to choose relevant sources; a sound knowledge and understanding of sources; critical interpretation of sources; an ability to synthesise sources; an ability to present coherent argument.
Demonstrate research skills in a small-scale investigation; an appropriate method of data collection; an appropriate method of data analysis; an awareness of ethical and legal issues in data collection; to apply the results of the analysis to the aims of the dissertation.
Brief description
This module provides students with an opportunity to investigate a topic of their own choice, in consultation with members of staff. It involves independent study under the guidance of a member of staff. It necessitates wide reading, leading to an extended essay. It requires library-based study and typically involves small-scale empirical investigation. Prior approval for joint honours students from the Director of Undergraduate Studies is needed before pre-registering and registering on this module.
Aims
Plan and present an extended investigation: aims; literature review; methods; analysis.
Demonstrate skills which are associated with librarybased study: effective use of bibliographic searches; an ability to choose relevant sources; a sound knowledge and understanding of sources; critical interpretation of sources; an ability to synthesise sources; an ability to present coherent argument.
Demonstrate research skills in a small-scale investigation: an appropriate method of data collection; an appropriate method of data analysis; an awareness of ethical and legal issues in data collection; to apply the results of the analysis to the aims of the dissertation.
Content
5 x 2 hour sessions designed to equip students with the relevant study/research skills for the Dissertation. These lectures will address: library resources, research skills, structure and ethics.
7 x 1 hour workshops in groups of 10-12 students. These sessions will involve group work activities with the tutor circulating each group to give guidance and advice.
4 x 0.5 hours individual progress meetings with supervisor (tutorials).
Module Skills
| Skills Type | Skills details |
|---|---|
| Application of Number | Statistical reports will be considered and data to support arguments will be analysed. |
| Communication | Written communication throughout written assessments and oral communication with research participants. |
| Improving own Learning and Performance | Feedback from the written assignment and personal reflection during tutorial meetings. Also, through independent planning, managing time and researching. |
| Information Technology | Written assignments should be word-processed. Use of data-analysis software often used. |
| Personal Development and Career planning | Research into a sector of childhood / education and international development field. Research involves time management,self-responsibility and self-reflection. Undertaking a dissertation helps to prepare students for postgraduate study. |
| Problem solving | This is an essential element in the process of critical assessment. Furthermore, students will encounter various problems when undertaking a small-scale project that will need to be overcome. |
| Research skills | Research is required for the main assessment as students are required to plan, undertake and write up a small-scale investigation. |
| Subject Specific Skills | Evaluation of theoretical concepts in the field of education and international development. |
| Team work | Collating data often requires team work. Workshop sessions will involve team activities. |
Notes
This module is at CQFW Level 6