Module Provider: |
School of Construction Management and Engineering |
Number of credits: |
120 [60 ECTS credits] |
Level: |
M |
Terms in which taught: |
Autumn, Spring and Summer |
Module Convenor: |
Professor
R
Flanagan |
Pre-requisites: |
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Co-requisites: |
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Modules excluded: |
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Module version for: |
2007/8 |
Aims:
The aim of the dissertation is to enable the student to acquire the skills needed for scientific research in assembling a body of information and arriving at a critical appraisal of it and, if appropriate, carrying out original research and/or data analysis.
A secondary aim is to help the student develop his/her own specific interests in the general field of construction management and it may also be a preparation for research or other work in a particular field. |
Assessable learning outcomes:
At the end of this module the student should have demonstrated ability in the following areas
project planning
assembly of a body of information on a particular topic including recent and current research using library and internet searches
editorial skill in organising and synthesising relevant material
critically reviewing published work; highlighting strengths and weaknesses of research in the chosen area
design of experiments (where appropriate)
data analysis (where appropriate)
use of relevant software packages
clear and concise report writing and organisation of written material |
Additional outcomes:
The dissertation will give the student practical training in time management and enhance the student's ability to work and learn independently |
Outline content:
The content of the dissertation depends on the topic undertaken |
Brief description of teaching
and learning methods:
Students are expected to work very much independently in this module. However each student is assigned a project supervisor and students are expected to arrange progress meetings with supervisors on a regular basis (typically once a fortnight). The supervisor is expected to read and comment on one draft of the thesis before final submission provided it is handed in according to an agreed schedule. |
Contact hours:
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| Other contact (eg study visits) |
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| Discussions with supervisor (schedule to be agreed) |
5-8 |
5-8 |
5-8 |
| Total hours |
5-8 |
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5-8 |
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| Number of essays or assignments |
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1 (dissertation) |
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Assessment:
Coursework:
One dissertation of between 10,000 and 15,000 words, one and a half line spaced, 11 or 12 point font .
Relative percentage of coursework : 100%
Penalties for late submission
Penalties for late submission of course work will be in accordance with University policy.
Examinations:
N/A
Requirements for a pass:
50%
Reassessment arrangements:
Resubmission of a failed dissertation may be required on a timetable to be determined by the Exam Board. |
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