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CRI333: Dissertation
| Module Title | Dissertation |
|---|---|
| Module Code | CRI333 |
| Module Tutor | David Turner |
| School | Natural and Social Sciences |
| CAT Points | 30 |
| Level of Study | 6 |
| Pre-requisites | Before taking this module you must pass 1 module from {SY223, SY224, CRI208, CRI210, EL202} |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | None |
| Brief Description | This is an opportunity for students to carry out a significant research study on a negotiated topic. Research methods utilised may range from field experiments, survey work, and observation, to discourse analysis, analysis of secondary data, and historical research. Students design and conduct a substantial study and present a final report. Students are matched with advisors who have knowledge of the specific topic under investigation. |
| Indicative Syllabus | Students will be allocated a tutor with experience in the area of interest and an agreed title for the investigation will be formulated. Students will: a) prepare a poster on the literature review and intended methodology. b) undertake an investigation. c) write a report on the investigation |
| Learning Outcomes | i. Knowledge and Understanding By the end of the module students should have an increased knowledge and understanding of a chosen area in Criminology. ii. Skills Students will be able to identify, justify and evaluate the use of appropriate research styles and enquiry methods in a context of criminological enquiry. Students will be able to gather evidence in a systematic and rigorous manner and to use it to critically evaluate theoretical Students will develop a critical approach towards theory and methodology. |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Staff/student contact 3% Student private study 97%, including literature search, seminar presentation, planning and conduct of research, data analysis, and report preparation. Methods include seminars and one-to-one tutorials |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 15% Practical Exam: Display, Show or Performance: Poster presentation: 1000 words or equivalent 002: 85% Coursework: Dissertation: 7000 words or equivalent |
| Special Assessment Requirements | None |
| Indicative Resources | The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide. |
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