Modules

Core Module Information
Module title: Dissertation
SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 40.00
ECTS credit value: 20
Module code: BSV10111
Module leader: Dan Ridley-Ellis
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Built Environment
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module is designed to provide you with the opportunity to undertake an independent research project and produce a substantial academic dissertation relevant to your programme of study. It will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to undertake a rigorous research project, from selecting a topic to writing the final dissertation. You will learn how to identify and refine a research topic that aligns with your professional interests, craft clear research aims and objectives, and develop appropriate research questions or hypotheses. Also, you will gain valuable skills in conducting a literature review, understanding different research methodologies, and selecting the most suitable methods for your investigation. You will develop essential academic skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication. You will learn how to structure and organise your research, write in a clear and concise way, and present your findings in a professional manner. Upon completing this module, you will have produced a dissertation that demonstrates your ability to conduct independent work, analyse data, and draw conclusions.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Demonstrate the ability to initiate, organise and complete a rigorous academic exercise.

LO2: Investigate a topic of study in depth through research.

LO3: Demonstrate ability in analysis, synthesis, planning and communication.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: MERCHISTON
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Dan Ridley-Ellis
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 36 Lectures covering general research skills and ethics, preparing students for working on their dissertation topics with their supervisors in TR1
Online Guided independent study 164 Guided independent study in TR1, working on the research topic (including deciding on topic and literature review) with guidance from the module leader.
Online Guided independent study 200 Guided independent study in TR2, working on the research topic and dissertation with guidance from a dissertation supervisor.
Total Study Hours400
Expected Total Study Hours for Module400


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Dissertation 90 1~2~3 Week 12 , WORDS= 12000 words Dissertation of typically 12,000 to 28,000 words (including tables, references and appendices). Submitted in TR2.
Report 10 1 Week 8 , WORDS= 1000-2000 words The proposal for the dissertation topic and research plan according to the pro-forma. Submitted in TR1.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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