Politics MA Dissertation (Marburg) - POLI9660

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Module delivery information

Location Term Level1 Credits (ECTS)2 Current Convenor3 2025 to 2026
Marburg
Spring Term 7 60 (30) Paolo Dardanelli checkmark-circle

Overview

This module prepares you for, and includes, the dissertation. The dissertation builds upon the learning outcomes attained in the other modules of your MA course and is the principal assessed element of the course. It must be on a topic that falls within the Peace and Conflict Studies course. The module helps you move through the various stages of researching and writing your dissertation.

Details

Contact hours

Seminar 10, Supervision 5

Availability

Compulsory to the following courses:
MA Peace and Conflict Studies

This module is not available as an optional module

Method of assessment

Extended Writing. Assessment Details: Dissertation14,000 words worth 100%. This Assessment is Pass Compulsory.

Reassessment Method: Like for like

Indicative reading

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Learning outcomes

On successfully completing the module, students will be able to: 

1) Formulate a meaningful and feasible research question and design and conduct an independent research project
2) Situate their research question in relation to the relevant academic literature
3) Utilise appropriate methods to collect, analyse and interpret primary and secondary data
4) Competently apply concepts and theories to examine, evaluate, and discuss the significance of their findings in relation to pre-existing knowledge
5) Present their findings in writing in accordance with advanced academic standards

Notes

  1. Credit level 7. Undergraduate or postgraduate masters level module.
  2. ECTS credits are recognised throughout the EU and allow you to transfer credit easily from one university to another.
  3. The named convenor is the convenor for the current academic session.
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