Module Details
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Title DISSERTATION
Code ARCH504
Coordinator Prof ID Jackson
Architecture
Iain.Jackson@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2018-19 Level 4 FHEQ First Semester 30

Aims

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

(LO1) 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 REQUIREMENTSCertain modules in Architecture address the General Criteria as defined by the RIBA and ARB. Fulfilling these Criteria is an important part of meeting the professional requirements relating to both RIBA accreditation and ARB Prescription. The General Criteria and other professional aspects of Architecture degrees at Liverpool University are described here:http://www.liv.ac.uk/architecture/undergraduate/registered-architect/The mapping of the RIBA/ARB General Criteria to the specific modules that make up the Architecture degrees is described in this table:http://www.liv.ac.uk/media/livacuk/architecture/downl oads/mapping-criteria.pdf

Syllabus
 

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

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: Lectures provide general teaching towards the dissertation covering topics such as referencing, presentation, etc.

Teaching Method 2 - Seminar
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: Seminars cover general issues and allow students to present their work to their peers.

Teaching Method 3 - Tutorial
Description:
Attendance Recorded: Not yet decided
Notes: Support is provided during the main investigative and writing-up phases of the dissertation

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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CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
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Recommended Texts
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