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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Dissertation | |||
| Reference | LL4118 | Version | 1 |
| Created | January 2022 | SCQF Level | SCQF 10 |
| Approved | June 2017 | SCQF Points | 30 |
| Amended | September 2021 | ECTS Points | 15 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To provide students with the opportunity to undertake a piece of supervised, independent in-depth research into a specific area or issue of legal interest and to apply the full range of associated research skills required to produce a dissertation. To demonstrate skills of analysis, critical evaluation, reflection, logical argument and communication. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Demonstrate rigour in the analysis of information from primary and/or secondary sources and in the synthesis and interpretation of concepts and legal issues. |
| 2 | Plan and write a dissertation which demonstrates a logical consistency in approach and structure, and critical evaluation of theory, process, and outcomes. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| The semester will involve a taught element concentrating on legal research skills and methodology. Beyond this, the student will work independently but under supervision to prepare a dissertation on an approved topic of their choice. The content is developed dialectically between the student and the supervisor. |
| Module Delivery |
|---|
| Lectures / workshops over the course of first semester supplemented by a dissertation supervisor who will provide guidance on the academic and practical aspects of topic selection and literature review, as appropriate. The supervisor will not advise on the specific content of the dissertation. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 30 | 30 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 270 | 270 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 300 | 300 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2 |
| Description: | Students will undertake one piece of assessed coursework in the form of a dissertation which will assess all learning outcomes. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | LAMMASNIEMI, L., 2018. Law Dissertations: A Step By Step Guide. London: Routledge. |
| 2 | COTTRELL, S., 2014. Dissertations and Project Reports A Step by Step Guide. 3rd ed. London: Palgrave Macmillan. |
| 3 | WATKINS, D., BURTON M. eds , 2017. Research Methods in Law London: Routledge. |
| 4 | GRANT, F., 2014. Legal Research skills for Scots Lawyers. 3rd ed. Edinburgh: W. Green. |
| 5 | GREETHAM B, , 2014. How to Write Your UG Dissertation. London: Palgrave. |
| 6 | MCCONVILLE,M., CHUI, W.H., 2017. Research Methods for Law. . Edinburgh: Edinburgh University Press. |