Module Database Search
| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Dissertation | |||
| Reference | SSM302 | Version | 4 |
| Created | April 2017 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | May 2011 | SCQF Points | 60 |
| Amended | August 2017 | ECTS Points | 30 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To demonstrate competence in research methodology by undertaking independent research on an approved topic relevant to Corporate Social Responsibility and Energy. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
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| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Research and review the literature on a research topic and produce a research proposal. |
| 2 | Identify and critically evaluate relevant literature on the chosen topic. |
| 3 | Plan, design and conduct a methodologically rigorous and ethically sound research study. |
| 4 | Appropriately analyse the data collected and produce a critical and logical interpretation of these results (and any implications they may have to industry/policy/future researchers) in the form of a written dissertation. |
| 5 | Integrate and apply the knowledge, understanding and skills gained in the course. |
| Indicative Module Content |
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| Student-led independent research under academic supervision to include: Philosophy of research, Literature review, Design and preparation of a research project and collection of data, Quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques, Submission of Dissertation. |
| Module Delivery |
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| Full time delivery will be through tutorials, workshops and self-directed study. Distance learning delivery will be through self-directed study from web-based learning materials. Students will be assigned a supervisor for further guidance and support. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 22 | 10 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 578 | 590 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 600 | 600 |
| 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, 3, 4, 5 |
| Description: | Component 1 is assessed by submission of a Research Dissertation | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| There is one coursework which contributes 100% to the module total. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | The student needs an A in C1. |
| B | The student needs a B in C1. |
| C | The student needs a C in C1. |
| D | The student needs a D in C1. |
| E | The student needs an E in C1. |
| F | The student needs an F in C1. |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | In addition to course entry requirements or equivalent, students will be expected to have successfully completed Stage 1 of the MSc Corporate Social Responsibility and Energy. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | BELL, J., 2014. Doing your research project. 6th ed. Buckingham: Open University Press. |
| 2 | CORBIN, J., and STRAUSS, A., 2015. Basics of qualitative research: Techniques and Procedures for Developing Grounded Theory 4th ed. London: Sage. |
| 3 | PALLANT, J., 2010. SPSS survival manual A Step by Step Guide to Data Analysis Using SPSS. 4th ed. London: McGraw-Hill. |
| 4 | SAUNDERS, M., LEWIS, P. and THORNHILL, A., 2016. Research methods for business students. 7th ed. London: Prentice-Hall. |