Module Provider: |
School of Law |
Number of credits: |
40 [20 ECTS credits] |
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H (Honours) |
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Module Convenor: |
Mr
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Newdick |
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Current from: |
2005/6 |
Aims:
This module aims to provide students with the opportunity to write a major piece of work, the research for which has been undertaken by private study:
Three-term visitor may present a piece of work up to 17,500 for 20 credits
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Assessable learning outcomes:
By the end of the module it is expected that a student will:
have a detailed knowledge of the topic of the dissertation;
and will be able to:
critically analyse and evaluate the topic;
place the subject matter of the dissertation within a wider legal and/or socio-political context;
access, take advantage of, and critically use different sources of research;
evaluate the objectivity and relevance of different sources of research;
construct an argument that can be sustained through a work of such length;
use a recognised citation style;
present the dissertation in a manner that is clear, logical and well-written.
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Additional outcomes:
The module aims to develop information technology, word processing and research skills. Writing a dissertation provides students with an opportunity to use and develop the numerous legal and other skills that they already possess. |
Outline content:
Not Applicable. |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
Before the work on the dissertation is commenced, the student must provide the Module Convenor with written details of the title, the name of the supervisor and the agreed submission date. The Module Convenor's written approval is required before work on the dissertation is commenced. |
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1-2 meetings with supervisor |
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Assessment:
Examinations
None.
Coursework
Dissertation of 6,000-17,500 words (actual word count is dictated by length of visit - see 'Aims') including footnotes and endnotes but excluding declaration, table of contents, bibliography and the abstract. An electronic disk copy should be made available immediately on request. The dissertation to be submitted to the supervisor by the date agreed when the supervisor approved the title of the dissertation.
See also the Regulations for LLB Dissertations in the current School Handbook.
Requirements for a pass: 40%.
Reassessment arrangements: Re-submission of dissertation. |
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