Dissertation

Overview

The student will investigate and write a dissertation of 8-10,000 words on a suitable philosophical topic agreed between the student, the co-ordinator and a designated supervisor.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the dissertation, studetns will be able to:
a) Develop a sustained argument, test a hypothesis, and/or write a reasoned philosophical analysis;
b) Carry out research including finding appropriate sources for the topic in question;
c) review appropriate approaches for the topic.

Skills

Students participate in a wokshop prior to registering for the dissertation, which focuses on how to formulate a dissertation question, how to research the dissertation, and how to organise and write the dissertation. A further workshop is held at the start of the second semester. Students work closely with an individual supervisor throughout the research, drafting and writing of their dissertation. The skills requires for ongoing research and writing of a dissertation are acquired and monitored through liason with her or his supervisor.

Assessment

Dissertation, synopsis, supervisory meetings