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This dissertation is a 30 Credit module based on self-directed study, which allows students to develop a complete piece of work within the general field of economics, from an initial idea through to a final written report. Learning is largely independent and self-directed, but is supported by lectures at the beginning of the course, structured supervision from a dissertation supervisor and weekly computing sessions to help in accessing, coding, analysing and interpreting data.
Total contact hours: 32 hours
Private study hours: 268
Total study hours: 300
For Single Honours degree programmes in Economics, either this module or ECON5650 (EC565) are compulsory.
This module is not available to students registered for degrees in other subjects but may be available to Joint Honours degree programmes in Economics with permission from the Stage Director.
Topic Form and Research Meeting (5%)
Research Outline and Draft Chapter (2000 to 2500 words) (15%)
Presentation (20%)
Project (10,000 words) (60%)
Reassessment Instrument: 100% coursework
Patrick Dunleavy, Studying for a Degree in the Humanities and Social Sciences, Chapter 5
Sue Drew and Rose Bingham, Student Skills, Gower, 1996, Chapters 7 and 8
Students will be directed to specific readings by their dissertation supervisor and other academic staff.
See the library reading list for this module (Canterbury)
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
8.1. Frame, motivate and analyse a research question
8.2. Decide on appropriate techniques and investigation strategies to answer a research question
8.3. Search, analyse, understand and critically review a large body of literature
8.4. Adapt and learn from set-backs in the research process
8.5. Demonstrate a contribution towards an understanding of the topic of investigation
8.6. Demonstrate a critical and in-depth knowledge of one particular area of economics
8.7. Demonstrate research skills such as data management/analysis, programming, running laboratory based experiments.
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