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MCC333: Media Communications Dissertation
| Module Title | Media Communications Dissertation |
|---|---|
| Module Code | MCC333 |
| Module Tutor | Abigail Gardner |
| School | Media |
| CAT Points | 30 |
| Level of Study | 6 |
| Pre-requisites | Before taking this module you must pass MCC226 or pass JOU203 or pass BJ220 |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | None |
| Brief Description | Following consultation with an advisor, students research an approved media-related topic and prepare a dissertation of 8,000 words. Advisory sessions with an appropriate tutor are organised at regular intervals during the module and students are required to show clear evidence of wide critical reading and a theoretical approach. |
| Indicative Syllabus | |
| Learning Outcomes | i. Knowledge and Understanding At the end of this double module students should be able to demonstrate that they have: a) a sophisticated and extensive understanding of a subject related to the media. b) clear understanding of the theoretical approaches appropriate to the subject and the ability to illustrate such concepts with textual examples. c) an appreciation of the need for a clear and effective structure to their subject which reveals an ability to offer both a general overview and close textual analysis ii. Skills There will be a strong emphasis on research and organisational skills, writing skills, particularly those concerned with structuring a substantial piece of work, will be highlighted. |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Staff/student contact: approx 20% Please note – staff/student contact may vary from the norm in modules with larger or smaller student numbers |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 100% Coursework: Dissertation: 8000-10000 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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