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SCS6076   Dissertation in International Social Change & Policy   (60 credits)

 
Year Running: 2016/2017
Credit level: F7

Description

This unit enables students to undertake an in-depth study on a topic of their own choice, which relates to international social change and social policy, and is guided by one-to-one academic supervision. It aims to enable students to develop and demonstrate skills in the planning, definition and management of a substantial piece of enquiry on social change and policy responses from an international perspective. The dissertation may take the form of a theoretical or policy literature-based analysis, or it may additionally involve an empirical exploration, either through primary or secondary research, of a relevant topic.

 

Reading List


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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 590.0
Other 5.0
Seminar 5.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Project 0.0 100 %
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.