This module is not currently running in 2024 to 2025.
You will be asked to attend 4 "presentation of research" type events over the term from across the University. These can include open lectures or research seminars, among other events. You will then discuss your choice with the programme convenor if you are unsure that your choice is appropriate. It is assumed that events relevant to your course of study will be chosen in the first instance, if available. You will write a 500-word reflective summary on 2 (of the 4) events that you find most engaging and submit a 1,000-word portfolio along with evidence of which 4 events were attended.
This module should be selected as an optional module to allow students to reach the required number of credits during the taught portion of a Level 7 degree, or as an elective module for any student needing an extra 5 credits due to taking a 15 credit Autumn-term SAC module when their usual modules are 20 credits.
Private Study: 46 Hours
Attending research (and affiliated) events: 4 hours
Total: 50 Hours
Optional to the following courses:
• MA Social Anthropology
• MA, PDip, PGCert Social Anthropology, Humanitarian and Environmental Crises
• MSc Ethnobotany
• MSc, PDip, PGCert Environmental Leadership
Also available as an elective module for any student needing an extra 5 credits due to taking a 15 credit Autumn term SAC module when their usual modules are 20 credits.
Main assessment methods:
Portfolio of 2 reflective summaries (1,000 words) – 100%
Reassessment: 100% coursework
The most up to date reading list for each module can be found on the university's reading list pages (https://kent.rl.talis.com/index.html).
Subject specific learning outcomes:
On successfully completing the module you will be able to:
1. Take detailed notes on presentations by internal and external speakers.
2. Reflect, at an advanced level, on the content of presentations by internal and external speakers
3. Engage with research both allied to, and outside of, their programme of study.
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