This module supports the requirement for students to transition from the taught to the research element of the Integrated PhD in Gerontology.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Syllabus
The module will include:
Meetings with your main Supervisor over the transition to research phase period in order to discuss different aspects of the PhD process, such as guidelines for formatting written work, choice of topic, period of study, supervision, length, layout, language, referencing, figures/tables, risk assessment form, ethics, disclaimer, binding; Independent study.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
As part of this module, you will be offered an opportunity to discuss and further develop the topic of your PhD research with your PhD supervisors. You will be given guidance on the preparation of your PhD thesis via general support and direction by your supervisors while you are carrying out your preliminary independent study to inform your research. Your PhD Supervisors will meet with you during the summer/autumn period in order to discuss progress of your transition into the research element of the IPhD Gerontology, and support you during such transition.
