Module overview
Independent research project to produce a thesis of original geographic research.
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Effectively time manage research progress to become an efficient independent learner
- Research and process primary and/or secondary datasets for analysis (this may involve field research)
- Produce a final thesis within the allocated word limit which holistically presents findings in a well-structured, academically professional and self-critical format
- Apply knowledge and develop skills further in quantitative and/or qualitative research procedures
- Demonstrate ability to synthesise information and analytically process data
- Summarise key findings for presentation to academics and peers (poster format)
Syllabus
The research project is developed from ideas of student and under guidance of supervisor. All projects must fall within the remit of Geography. Students are advised on expertise within the School for geographical research areas: (i) Earth surface dynamics; (ii) global environmental change and Earth observation; (iii) paleoecology; (iv) political geography; (v) social geography; (vi) economic geography; (vii) disease geography; and (viii) cultural geography.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Supervision and independent study/research;
Formative poster presentation
Type | Hours |
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Independent Study | 274 |
Teaching | 26 |
Total study time | 300 |
Assessment
Assessment strategy
If two reviewers disagree in the mark, a third reviewer is used.
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Individual research report | 100% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Individual research report | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External