Dissertation (60 Credit module) (Level 7)

Program Overview

This Dissertation module trains students to conduct original research or evaluations in their chosen professional practice area. It consolidates their research skills, critical thinking, and project management abilities. Students can choose to undertake a research project, work-based project, or mini systematic review as their dissertation. The module prepares students for higher-level professional or academic roles by enhancing their employability prospects.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This Dissertation module provides the student with the opportunity to undertake an original enquiry in a chosen area of professional practice. Through the module the student will be able to consolidate and extend their knowledge and understanding of research and evaluation design or of systematic literature reviews. They will be supported to develop the practical skills necessary to plan and carry out their chosen project. Students will be provided with an opportunity to identify major theoretical influences on their salient practice concerns and set these within a critical framework. Additionally, students will be encouraged to cultivate organisational and time management skills, which will be required to successfully accomplish the Dissertation. The Dissertation should be directly related to professional practice. Students will need to attend six planned Dissertation preparation sessions and will additionally be supported through the dissertation by a supervisor. Students will need to attend six planned Dissertation preparation sessions and will additionally be supported through the dissertation by a supervisor.

Assessment:

12,000 word dissertation on either: a) A research project b) A work based project - service evaluation, audit, role evaluation, practice development project Some programmes may choose to restrict the types of project allowed for the programme.

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Available as a standalone module: Yes Venue: LSBU Southwark Campus Typical intake(s): Semester 1 and Semester 2 Entry requirements Normally a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject and completion of the relevant taught postgraduate units equivalent to 120 credits Level 7.