SA4M5E
Dissertation in Behavioural Science
This information is for the 2015/16 session.
Teacher responsible
Prof Paul Dolan OLD.2.38 and Dr Barbara Fasolo NAB.3.15
Availability
This course is compulsory on the Executive MSc in Behavioural Science. This course is not available as an outside option.
Course content
The aim of the dissertation is for students to pursue an independent piece of research within the field of behavioural science. The dissertation is a quantitative or qualitative investigation in the field and can be either a theoretical or empirical piece or research. Students must obtain the approval of their supervisor before embarking on any research.
Teaching
9 hours of classes in the LT.
Student presentations on dissertation topics in LT.
Formative coursework
Students will be expected to produce 1 piece of coursework in the LT.
Indicative reading
Relevant reading will be provided by supervisors.
Assessment
Dissertation (100%, 10000 words) in the MT.
Key facts
Department: Social Policy
Total students 2014/15: Unavailable
Average class size 2014/15: Unavailable
Controlled access 2014/15: Yes
Value: One Unit
Personal development skills
- Leadership
- Self-management
- Team working
- Problem solving
- Application of information skills
- Communication
- Application of numeracy skills
- Commercial awareness
- Specialist skills
