Human Geography Dissertation Project GEOG5039P
- Academic Session: 2022-23
- School: School of Geographical and Earth Sciences
- Credits: 60
- Level: Level 5 (SCQF level 11)
- Typically Offered: Runs Throughout Semesters 1 and 2
- Available to Visiting Students: Yes
- Available to Erasmus Students: Yes
Short Description
Research project on a contemporary issue in Human Geography
Timetable
Not known
Requirements of Entry
Progress to project stage of master's programme
Assessment
15,000 word research project on a contemporary issue in Human Geography submitted in late August/early September.
Course Aims
■ developing an awareness of a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods and their applicability in different research settings;
■ enabling students to undertake an independent research based dissertation that provides a sound basis for doctoral research and an opportunity to develop a conceptual basis to their research.
Intended Learning Outcomes of Course
By the end of the course the student the student should be able to:
■ provide a critical stance on the appropriate use of different research methods (e.g. quantitative, qualitative, archival and GIS) in the context of the dissertation project;
■ explain the use of relevant research concepts in an independent dissertation;
■ analyse the ethics surrounding 'field' research in an independent dissertation;
■ provide evidence, through the writing of the dissertation project, of independent critical thought;
■ analyse a particular 'real world' situation of space, policy and power in an independent dissertation;
Minimum Requirement for Award of Credits
Attendance at all seminars and completion of assessed coursework