Education MEd Dissertation module (PD50206)
The module involves an in-depth consideration of a problem or question of your choosing. It is the largest piece of written work produced during your degree
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PD50206
This module is the culmination of your learning during your Master's course.
This is your opportunity to explore an area of interest in depth.
This exploration may include things like:
- primary data collection and analysis
- secondary data analysis
- a literature review
- a theoretical investigation
You will build on the knowledge and skills acquired as a part of your course.
This module involves in-depth consideration of a problem or question of your choosing.
You will show your mastery of the subject matter. This will be done through planning, implementing, and reporting on a large piece of research.
You will promote a deep and critical understanding of your selected area. This will also enhance your professional knowledge and practice.
What you will learn
In this module, you will:
- learn through critically analysing theories, principles, concepts, and current issues relevant to your discipline and subject area
- apply research techniques of inquiry. You will also critically evaluate your findings to make connections between theory and practice
- develop your communication skills. This will be done by following a standard structure and providing an extensive and detailed account of your study.
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
- contribute to a professional debate and make recommendations for future practice and research
Assignments / assessment
11,000-word report (100%)
This module does not have a final exam.
Teaching methods / timetable
Full time on-campus
The learning and teaching will consist of:
- in-person lectures
- presentation workshops
- lectures dedicated to ethics
- one-to-one supervisor support
- reading and completing associated tasks
For full-time students, lectures will last approx. 2.5 hours, some sessions are split over 2 days. You will be expected to attend all lectures which are held between Monday-Friday. This module also includes 3 hour presentation workshops.
Online
The module is delivered online over 46 weeks part-time. The learning and teaching will consist of:
- independent reading and the completion of associated research tasks
- one-to-one supervisor support
- live online sessions and opportunities for module-related questions
opportunities for formative assessment
Courses
This module is available on following courses: