Rationale
The purpose of this MA Dissertation module is to provide the student with the opportunity to undertake a significant and substantial learning activity and to demonstrate the ability to work independently. Students at master’s level need to use their critical and analytical skills to develop a dissertation in a relevant and appropriate topic supported empirically and theoretically through historical and current academic research.
The student’s application of research methods knowledge, practical and intellectual creativity, as well as the ability to analyse, discuss and write a coherent account will be further supported in this module as they develop and manage their research project. The opportunity to explore and apply critical reflexive knowledge within the research context will also be evident.