Module Provider: |
Typography |
Number of credits: |
90 [45 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
M |
Terms in which taught: |
Autumn, Spring and Summer |
Module Convenor: |
Dr
MM
Smith |
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Module version for: |
2005/6 [module in process of revision] |
Aims:
To enable students to show their intellectual mastery of a particular aspect of printing and book design history by engaging in advanced study of a topic chosen by themselves, and so to produce an extended piece of scholarly writing that is coherently argued, well-written and well-presented. In order to do this they will need to display an active awareness of, and an ability to effectively employ, relevant and appropriate methods of investigation and enquiry. The resulting dissertation should demonstrate the following learning outcomes. |
Assessable learning outcomes:
By the end of the module students should be able to:
exercise independent intellectual judgement
locate, analyse and explain information about their topic
critically review and evaluate the literature associated with their topic
employ methods of enquiry appropriate for and relevant to their topic
organise complex material
write clearly, judiciously make and use illustrations, and present their dissertation to a satisfactory standard |
Additional outcomes:
By the end of the module students should have further developed their skills in personal organisation and time management through self-directed study, and should be able to make constructive use of feedback. |
Outline content:
The Research Methods module (TYMRM) provides input on basic research skills and research methodology.
Students choose their topic in consultation with staff. Once the topic has been agreed by the programme director and approved by the Head of Department, work is mainly self-directed. |
Brief description of teaching
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Self-directed study is pursued in close consultation with a supervisor or supervisors. Students will be expected to show the development of their writing in drafts for discussion. Contact hours are determined by agreement between student and supervisor(s). |
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Assessment:
Coursework:
The dissertation - a substantial written study of approximately 20,000 words on some aspect of printing and book design history, as agreed with the Programme Director, to be submitted by a date near the end of September. Presentation of the dissertation should conform to guidelines published in the Department's Handbook for taught postgraduate programmes.
Relative percentage of coursework: 100 per cent
Examinations:
Not applicable
Requirements for a pass:
50 per cent
Reassessment arrangements:
Re-submission of dissertation |
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