Module Details |
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Title | DISSERTATION | ||
Code | ARCH504 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof RH Kronenburg Architecture R.H.Kronenburg@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2017-18 | Level 4 FHEQ | First Semester | 30 |
Aims |
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The dissertation aims to provide an opportunity for students to explore an aspect of architecture (and closely related fields, such as Urban Studies, Planning, Art, Computer Aided Design, etc.) systematically and in detail, and to present their findings in an academic way. The exploration is important, but so are the skills in academic writing (or some other appropriate medium of expression). |
Learning Outcomes |
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Students will demonstrate -- - Ability to investigate an aspect of architecture or closely related fields; - Ability to report their findings in a coherent and appropriate form; - Ability to prepare a well-documented, and referenced report, or an equivalent presentation using contemporary media in a rigorous fashion.
LEARNING OUTCOMES IN RELATION TO PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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Syllabus |
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1 Guidelines for dissertations indicate a target of around 8-10,000 words, with appropriate illustrations, references and bibliography. Suitable topics include historical, critical or theoretical studies, as well as studies in computing (and related media) and the technical, environmental and social aspects of architecture and cognate fields. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Lecture - |
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Tutorial - |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
3 |
12 |
15 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 285 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Coursework | NA | 1 | 100 | Within two years | 10% penalty per week or part week after due date. | Assessment 1 Notes (applying to all assessments) Submission in January assessment period. Readers reports from tutor and one other, plus sample of the cohort dissertations to the externals. MArch regulations allow for re-examination within two years of initial failure. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. Explanation of Reading List: |