SA472
Dissertation - Social Policy and Development
This information is for the 2015/16 session.
Teacher responsible
Prof Anthony Hall OLD2.28, Prof David Lewis OLD2.25, Dr Muzafferettin Seckinelgin OLD2.57, Dr Armine Ishkanian OLD2.42 and Dr Timothy Hildebrandt OLD2.55
Availability
This course is compulsory on the MSc in Social Policy and Development. This course is not available as an outside option.
Course content
The 10,000 word dissertation enables students to analyse in greater depth an issue relevant to social policy and development from a government-centred perspective.
Selection of Topic
The area of study is defined by the student, in consultation with their academic adviser. An outline proposal is developed on SA472 in Moodle and discussed with their adviser early in the Lent Term. Guidance is provided in dissertation writing and research skills.
Arrangements for Supervision
The adviser will provide regular supervision and feedback.
Teaching
10 hours and 30 minutes of lectures in the MT.
Assessment
Dissertation (100%, 10000 words) in September.
Dissertations should be no more than 10,000 words in length (100% of this unit), excluding the bibliography. The dissertation must be submitted to the Course Administrator on or before 1 September (or if this falls on a weekend, the first weekday after 1 September).
Student performance results
(2011/12 - 2013/14 combined)
| Classification | % of students |
|---|---|
| Distinction | 15.6 |
| Merit | 56.3 |
| Pass | 25.9 |
| Fail | 2.2 |
Key facts
Department: Social Policy
Total students 2014/15: 48
Average class size 2014/15: 50
Controlled access 2014/15: Yes
Value: One Unit
Personal development skills
- Self-management
- Problem solving
- Application of information skills
- Communication
- Specialist skills
