Module Descriptors
DISSERTATION
LAWS61617
Key Facts
Health, Education, Policing and Sciences
Level 6
30 credits
Contact
Leader: Keith Wharton
Email: Keith.Wharton@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 81
Independent Study Hours: 219
Total Learning Hours: 300
Pattern of Delivery
- Occurrence E, Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Sri Lanka (Colombo), UG Semester 3 to UG Semester 1
- Occurrence F, Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Sri Lanka (Colombo), UG Semester 1 to UG Semester 2
Sites
- Asia Pacific Institute of Information Technology Sri Lanka (Colombo)
Assessment
- Coursework - Dissertation Maximum 8000 words weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Learning Outcomes
1. SUBSTANTIVE KNOWLEDGE AND EVALUATION OF THE AREA OF LAW/PRACTICE CONSIDERED
Analysis
Knowledge & Understanding
Learning
2. ANALYSIS OF COMPLEX PROBLEMS WITH A VIEW TO SUGGESTING POSSIBLE SOLUTION WHERE SUITABLE
Analysis
Knowledge & Understanding
3. UNDERTAKE EFFECTIVE AND ANALYTICAL RESEARCH INTO LEGAL ISSUES, CASES AND STATUTES WHILE DEMONSTRATING AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE ETHICAL CONCERNS INVOLVED IN CONDUCTING AND MAKING USE OF RESEARCH
Enquiry
Analysis
Problem solving
4. DEMONSTRATE THE NECESSARY RESEARCH SKILLS TO CONSTRUCT AND PRODUCE A SUBSTANTIVE PIECE OF LEGAL RESEARCH
Analysis
Application
Communication
6. THROUGH STUDY AND REFLECTION ON LEARNING TO RECOGNISE THE WAYS IN WHICH ISSUES OF LEGAL PRACTICE IMPACT UPON THE DIRECTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE LAW
Learning
Application
Reflection
7. TO DEVELOP AND ENHANCE ABILITY TO INTEGRATE THE LEARNING ACQUIRED THROUGH STUDY AND REFLECTION TO APPROACHES AND SOLUTIONS TO PRACTICAL AND THEORETICAL LEGAL PRACTICES ISSUES
Communication
Integration
Problem Solving
Analysis
Knowledge & Understanding
Learning
2. ANALYSIS OF COMPLEX PROBLEMS WITH A VIEW TO SUGGESTING POSSIBLE SOLUTION WHERE SUITABLE
Analysis
Knowledge & Understanding
3. UNDERTAKE EFFECTIVE AND ANALYTICAL RESEARCH INTO LEGAL ISSUES, CASES AND STATUTES WHILE DEMONSTRATING AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE ETHICAL CONCERNS INVOLVED IN CONDUCTING AND MAKING USE OF RESEARCH
Enquiry
Analysis
Problem solving
4. DEMONSTRATE THE NECESSARY RESEARCH SKILLS TO CONSTRUCT AND PRODUCE A SUBSTANTIVE PIECE OF LEGAL RESEARCH
Analysis
Application
Communication
6. THROUGH STUDY AND REFLECTION ON LEARNING TO RECOGNISE THE WAYS IN WHICH ISSUES OF LEGAL PRACTICE IMPACT UPON THE DIRECTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF THE LAW
Learning
Application
Reflection
7. TO DEVELOP AND ENHANCE ABILITY TO INTEGRATE THE LEARNING ACQUIRED THROUGH STUDY AND REFLECTION TO APPROACHES AND SOLUTIONS TO PRACTICAL AND THEORETICAL LEGAL PRACTICES ISSUES
Communication
Integration
Problem Solving
Module Additional Assessment Details
1. Dissertation 100% Max 8000 words Final
ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT DETAILS
(Please link Assessment to Learning Outcomes)
Communication – regular contact with specified supervisor is essential - Feedback will be given via turn-it-in. Additional feedback meetings to be arranged by students.
Dissertations are to be handed in at the end of the 2nd semester to avoid exam period.
ADDITIONAL ASSESSMENT DETAILS
(Please link Assessment to Learning Outcomes)
Communication – regular contact with specified supervisor is essential - Feedback will be given via turn-it-in. Additional feedback meetings to be arranged by students.
Dissertations are to be handed in at the end of the 2nd semester to avoid exam period.
Module Indicative Content
Students are advised of the following link and outline structure. - http://libguides.staffs.ac.uk/dissertation
Title page
Abstract
Aims and Objectives - what are you trying to achieve by doing this investigation?
Literature Review - what is current thinking about this subject?
Research Methodology - what are you going to do to research this subject?
Ethical Issues - are there any ethical issues to be considered - eg: how is data going to be kept safe?
Findings and Discussion - from your investigations what have you found out? And what does it mean? Here you present findings (what you have found out from your investigation) and make comments about what those findings mean.
Recommendations (if requested) - after doing this investigation and research what do you recommend?
References and/or Bibliography
Appendices
Title page
Abstract
Aims and Objectives - what are you trying to achieve by doing this investigation?
Literature Review - what is current thinking about this subject?
Research Methodology - what are you going to do to research this subject?
Ethical Issues - are there any ethical issues to be considered - eg: how is data going to be kept safe?
Findings and Discussion - from your investigations what have you found out? And what does it mean? Here you present findings (what you have found out from your investigation) and make comments about what those findings mean.
Recommendations (if requested) - after doing this investigation and research what do you recommend?
References and/or Bibliography
Appendices
Module Learning Strategies
Learning strategies are outlined by individual tutors.
Module Texts
Dependant on subject matter
Module Resources
http://libguides.staffs.ac.uk/dissertation
Resources generically available in University library – individual specialist staff may supply additional material.
Resources generically available in University library – individual specialist staff may supply additional material.
Web Descriptor
You will work with your assigned supervisor as well as studying independently and preparing for meetings with them. Over the course of the module you should have six meetings to ensure you are making progress and these will be arranged at mutually convenient times by yourselves. You will learn by independent, supported study.
You may have interesting ethical issues to consider and you will learn how to complete an appropriate literature review.
You may have interesting ethical issues to consider and you will learn how to complete an appropriate literature review.