PH3B7-30 EPP Dissertation
Introductory description
The EPP dissertation offers a structured opportunity for independent learning on a topic of interdisciplinary relevance. It aims to encourage students to bridge the EPP disciplines. It is a particularly useful choice for students thinking of going on to further study, but it is also relevant for career destinations requiring skills in gathering and synthesising material.
Module aims
The overall aim is to write a 10,000 word dissertation on an interdisciplinary topic agreed between students and supervisors. The dissertation topic has to span at least two EPP disciplines.
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.
Students may choose their own subject.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Design and carry out a project involving research or a critical review in a chosen field at the interfaces of economics, psychology and philosophy
- Develop a deep knowledge of the chosen research topic
- Develop written communication skills
- Develop time-management skills in the establishment of a research and writing plan
- Develop research skills
- Develop IT skills in presenting the dissertation and using on-line resources while researching the topic
Research element
Students will be required to complete their own research on a subject of their choice.
Interdisciplinary
The student's subject must combine at least two of the EPP disciplines.
Subject specific skills
Researching and writing an original essay in an interdisciplinary topic.
Transferable skills
Independent research and writing
Study time
| Type | Required |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 3 sessions of 1 hour (1%) |
| Project supervision | 5 sessions of 1 hour (2%) |
| Private study | 292 hours (97%) |
| Total | 300 hours |
Private study description
Independent research and writing.
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You must pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dissertation | 100% | Yes (extension) |
Feedback on assessment
Regular supervision meetings to gain feedback on progress.
Written feedback on the final dissertation, explaining the mark that was given, will be provided through Tabula.
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
- IB312-30 Project
Courses
This module is Optional for:
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UPHA-L1CA Undergraduate Economics, Psychology and Philosophy
- Year 3 of L1CA Economics, Psychology and Philosophy
- Year 3 of L1CC Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (Behavioural Economics Pathway)
- Year 3 of L1CD Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (Economics with Philosophy Pathway)
- Year 3 of L1CE Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (Philosophy and Psychology Pathway)
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UPHA-L1CB Undergraduate Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (with Intercalated Year)
- Year 4 of L1CG Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (Behavioural Economics Pathway) (with Intercalated Year)
- Year 4 of L1CH Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (Economics with Philosophy Pathway) (with Intercalated Year)
- Year 4 of L1CJ Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (Philosophy and Psychology Pathway) (with Intercalated Year)
- Year 4 of L1CB Economics, Psychology and Philosophy (with Intercalated Year)
This module is Unusual option for:
- Year 3 of UPHA-L1CA Undergraduate Economics, Psychology and Philosophy