Unit name | Special Independent Study (Single Unit) |
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Unit code | EDUCD0081 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | D/8 |
Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
Unit director | Professor. Baird |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Education |
Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
The unit aims to:
The learning outcomes achieved by a successful candidate will be: Advancing knowledge and understanding by independent study, Demonstrating intellectual skills and attributes at an appropriate level, Undertaking substantially self-motivated and directed work at doctoral level, Enhancing practical, professional and transferable skills
The primary method of academic support is provided through negotiating a programme of reading and/or relevant activity supported by opportunities for discussion with academic tutor(s). Formative feedback on comments and suggestions as the work develops will be provided during face-to-face tutorial sessions, by telephone, by video-conferencing or in writing, as appropriate. Opportunities are also provided to participate in and to make presentations in departmental research seminars and doctoral conferences. Additional support might be available from support services and informal contacts with other staff and students.
An 4,000 word assignment or equivalent if other media are used. Assessment is conducted by two markers with expertise in the field of study. Students will be expected to identify relevant texts, synthesise the literature and apply the research to a professional context.
Dependent upon the area of focus.