RGU: RGU Module: Dissertation (ACM007A)

Module Title
Dissertation

Keywords
Research, Analysis, Data acquisition and retrieval, Synthesis

Reference

ACM007A

SCQF Level

SCQF 11

SCQF Points

ECTS Points

Created

October 2002

Approved

August 2008

Amended

August 2009

Revision No.

Prerequisites for Module

None.

Corequisite Modules

None.

Precluded Modules

None.

Aims of Module

To develop abilities in the scholarly assessment, evaluation and interpretation of source material and its development through literate and critical argument.

Learning Outcomes for Module

On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:

1.	Use a systematic approach to information acquisition and retrieval.
2.	Apply an analytic and critical approach to theoretical and conceptual ideas and other information in architectural design studies.
3.	Assemble a coherent, well structured and intelligible dissertation.

Indicative Module Content

The module will provide opportunities for exploration of practical and philosophical issues raised by the progression of the dissertation and associated activities such as research, data analysis and interpretation through regular tutorial contact.

Indicative Student Workload

Contact Hours	Full Time
Tutorial / Seminars	12
Directed Study
Directed reading	20
Private Study
Private Study	268

Mode of Delivery

Students will research, develop, write up and submit a complete dissertation on a chosen topic related to architecture and the built environment. Regular tutorials throughout the period of the dissertation are negotiated with the individual supervisor.

Assessment Plan

	Learning Outcomes Assessed
Component 1	1,2,3

Indicative Bibliography

1.	BELL J - Doing your Research Project (Open University)
2.	BRYMAN A, Research Methods and Organisation Studies (1989)
3.	HAMILTON A, Writing dissertations (1990)
4.	Mauch J E, (2003) Guide to the successful Thesis and Dissertation 5th edition.