Module Details

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Title Dissertation
Code SOTA703
Coordinator Dr R Strachan
Music
R.Strachan@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2022-23 Level 7 FHEQ Second Semester 120

Aims

To produce an extended piece of research in an Arts-based subject.

To develop specialist subject knowledge in the student's chosen area of research.

To gain experience of postgraduate-level academic research in the Arts, with a view to possible future progression to doctoral research.

To make an original contribution to knowledge in the field of the Arts.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Students will acquire detailed specialist knowledge in their chosen field of research and will be able to make an original contribution to knowledge in that field.

(LO2) Students will be able to demonstrate understanding of research methodologies in the Arts, as appropriate to the chosen field of research.

(LO3) Students will demonstrate the ability to present original research in a coherent written form, including the use of an appropriate academic voice and accuracy in presentation in referencing.

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

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Following instructions/protocols/procedures.

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Influencing skills – argumentation.

(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Influencing skills – persuading.

(S5) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (including referencing skills).

(S6) Time and project management - Personal organisation.

(S7) Time and project management - Personal action planning.

(S8) Time and project management - Project planning.

(S9) Time and project management - Project management.

(S10) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis.

(S11) Critical thinking and problem solving - Evaluation.

(S12) Critical thinking and problem solving - Problem identification.

(S13) Critical thinking and problem solving - Creative thinking.

(S14) Critical thinking and problem solving - Synthesis.

(S15) Information skills - Critical reading.

(S16) Information skills - Evaluation.

(S17) Information skills - Record-keeping.

(S18) Information skills - Information accessing:(Locating relevant information) (Identifying and evaluating information sources).

(S19) Research skills - All Information skills.

(S20) Research skills - Awareness of /commitment to academic integrity.

(S21) Skills in using technology - Using common applications (work processing, databases, spreadsheets etc).

(S22) Skills in using technology - Information accessing.

(S23) Personal attributes and qualities - Initiative.

(S24) Personal attributes and qualities - Willingness to take responsibility.


Syllabus

 

This module is a core component of the MRes Arts programme and its related subject-specific pathways. As such, its syllabus will vary according to the individual research project and will be determined by the student with guidance from the academic supervisor(s).


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Tutorial
Description: Individual meetings with supervisor(s)
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: One-to-one consultations with supervisor(s).


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours     12

      12
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 1188
TOTAL HOURS 1200

Assessment

EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
             
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)
% of
final
mark
Resit/resubmission
opportunity
Penalty for late
submission
Notes
Dissertation There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Summer (september)    100       

Recommended Texts

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