The feasibility study is designed to ensure that the topic chosen for the dissertation can be undertaken successfully;

Students will embark on the dissertation with a clear idea of the secondary and primary sources to be consulted;

Students will be aware of the appropriate theoretical frameworks and methodological approaches to be deployed.

(LO1) Students will have tested the feasibility of the project defined the scope of study and the way the research may be carried out.

(LO2) A systematic knowledge, understanding and critical awareness of key themes and approaches in the study of the field covered by the pathway / MA programme.

(LO3) An ability to engage with current historiographical and theoretical debates appropriate to MA level in an informed, analytical and critical manner

(LO4) An ability to interpret and evaluate a diverse range of primary source material critically and empathetically, while addressing questions of content, genre, authorship, and audience

(LO5) An ability to develop arguments that systematically and creatively organize, synthesize and present clearly large bodies of historical and literary material in written and oral form

(LO6)  Enhancement of research skills through theprocess of devising an independent research project, defining the scope ofstudy and planning how the research will be carried out.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (including referencing skills)

(S4) Time and project management - Project planning

(S5) Critical thinking and problem solving - Problem identification

(S6) Information skills - Critical reading

(S7) Research skills - All Information skills

(S8) Skills in using technology - Using common applications (work processing, databases, spreadsheets etc.)

(S9) Personal attributes and qualities - Initiative

(S10) Personal attributes and qualities - Flexibility/Adaptability

To be negotiated by individual students, their prospective supervisors, and the Director of the MA programme.

The majority of teaching will be delivered face-to-face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on-campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience.

Tutorial:
This is an independent project. One-to-one supervision is provided by the prospective dissertation supervisor, who will offer advice and provide feedback on work-on-progress.

Workshop:
Feasibility Study Workshop. Students will give presentations on their project to their peers and their pathway director.

Seminar:
Introductory meeting.