100% Coursework:
Dissertation: 8,000 - 10,000 words on a subject to be agreed with the Tutor

Assess Learning Outcomes 1-6

In-depth research into a topic in their practice area relevant to both their degree field and practical theology, which will enable the student to develop skills of research, critical analysis and the opportunity to focus on a topic in depth.

Students will negotiate and agree a title and topic with their module tutor and the supervisor for this piece of work. They will also be expected to complete an ethical clearance form for the work to be undertaken. Students will get 4 one hour sessions (or equivalent) one to one support with a designated supervisor. Detailed written guidelines are provided.

This module incorporates several inter-related learning strategies. The independent field and academic research provides opportunity for reading, library based and online research. The tutorial sessions with a supervisor provides the opportunity to clarify and discuss research related issues

Bell Judith (2005) Doing Your Research Project (4th Edition) Buckingham, Open University
Rudestam K & Newton R (2007) Surviving your Dissertation (3rd edition) London, Sage
Brown A & Dowling P (2008) Doing Research, Reading Research. London, Routledge.
(Subject reading to be guided by dissertation tutor)

Interactive whiteboard and data projectors
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
Access to internet connected PCs
Appropriately equipped and accessible lecture rooms
Dissertation supervisor
Practice based: appropriately equipped office/study space, admin support, meeting rooms, art/craft resources, volunteer team