GY487     
Dissertation - MSc in Human Geography and Urban Studies (Research)

This information is for the 2023/24 session.

Teacher responsible

Programme Director - Dr Ryan Centner

Availability

This course is compulsory on the MSc in Human Geography and Urban Studies (Research). This course is not available as an outside option.

Course content

The dissertation may be on any topic within the field of the MSc programme studied. Approval for the topic must be obtained from the relevant Programme Director.

Assessment

Dissertation (100%, 10000 words) in the post-spring term.

Student performance results

(2019/20 - 2021/22 combined)

Classification % of students
Distinction 21.1
Merit 57.9
Pass 15.8
Fail 5.3

Key facts

Department: Geography and Environment

Total students 2022/23: 6

Average class size 2022/23: Unavailable

Controlled access 2022/23: No

Value: One Unit

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Personal development skills

  • Self-management
  • Problem solving
  • Application of information skills
  • Communication
  • Application of numeracy skills
  • Specialist skills