PO386-30 PPE Dissertation
Introductory description
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Module aims
To give students the opportunity to (a) design and carry out a project involving research or critical review in a chosen field at the interfaces of philosophy, politics, and economics (b) to develop a deep knowledge of the chosen research topic (c) to develop written communication skills (d) to develop time-management skills in the establishment of a research and writing plan (e) to develop research skills (f) to develop IT skills in presenting the dissertation and using on-line resources while researching the topic.
Note: Students who wish to carry out research involving the gathering and use of quantitative data and econometric methods should choose EC331 Research in Applied Economics, regardless of the specific focus of their project.
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
There is no syllabus. Students apply their previous learning to a problem of their own choice.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Define a significant problem at the interface of at least two of philosophy, politics, and economics that can be effectively answered with a sustained argument within the confines of the word limit and available resources.
- Use appropriate evidence from a variety of sources to support a sustained argument.
- Develop the scholarly tools of appropriate citation of sources.
- Work independently to a strict deadline.
- Collect and evaluate research material from a variety of sources.
- Present findings in a written report that integrates insights from at least two of philosophy, politics, and economics.
Research element
Writing a dissertation.
Interdisciplinary
Research topic at the interface of philosophy, politics and economics
Subject specific skills
Knowledge and understanding of a research topic at the interface of philosophy, politics and economics; Research Skills; IT Skills; Written communication; independent learning skills (incl. time management).
Transferable skills
Research Skills; IT Skills; Written communication; independent learning skills (incl. time management).
Study time
| Type | Required |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 4 sessions of 1 hour (1%) |
| Tutorials | (0%) |
| Project supervision | 5 sessions of 1 hour (2%) |
| Private study | 291 hours (97%) |
| Total | 300 hours |
Private study description
tbc
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You must pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A1
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation | 100% | Yes (extension) | |
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A 10,000-word dissertation. |
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Feedback on assessment
Verbal feedback in supervision.
Feedback on the dissertation, using a feedback form, will be provided after the final examination results are announced.
Anti-requisite modules
If you take this module, you cannot also take:
- EC331-30 Research in Applied Economics
- PH313-30 Dissertation
- PH353-15 Independent Project
- PO366-30 Dissertation
Courses
This module is Optional for:
- Year 4 of UPHA-V7MM Undergraduate Philosophy, Politics and Economics (with Intercalated year)