This module supports the requirement for students to carry out independent research on a topic of their choice within the field of Gerontology.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Syllabus
The unit will include:
- online Dissertation Workshops to outline expectations for the preparation of the Dissertation (guidelines, aims, choice of topic, period of study, supervision, length, layout, language, referencing, figures/tables, risk assessment form, ethics, disclaimer);
- a minimum of 4 supervisory sessions with your Dissertation Supervisor over the summer period using Skype technology and/ or email, for which you will receive guidance in your Programme Handbook;
- structured email correspondence with written feedback from your Dissertation Supervisor following supervision meetings;
- and independent study.
As part of this unit, you will be offered an opportunity to discuss and agree the topic of your dissertation with the MSc Dissertations Tutor and your allocated Dissertation Supervisor. You will be given guidance on the preparation of your dissertation via online Dissertation Workshops and through general support and direction by your Dissertation Supervisor while you are carrying out your independent research and writing it up. Your Dissertation Supervisor will be in communication with you using Skype technology and/or email to assess the progress of your dissertation, advise you on the structure and comment on outlines of chapters.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
MSc Dissertation Workshops, MSc Dissertation Handbook, use of Blackboard, supervision meetings.