Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | THESIS : Dissertation | ||
Code | ARCH721 | ||
Coordinator |
Mr A Agkathidis Architecture Asterios.Agkathidis@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2018-19 | Level 7 FHEQ | Summer (June-September) | 60 |
Aims |
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A primary aim of this module is to offer the opportunity to submit a conventional written dissertation OR to submit a design thesis with supporting documentation on an approved topic or brief of their choice. The second of these alternatives responds to current research agendas in the field of architecture, sustainabilty, digital desig or BIM. To develop and practise academic skills in identifying a research topic, formulating a research design,managing the extended research process and achieving milestones, and, drawing relevant policy conclusions from the research findings
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Learning Outcomes |
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To identify an appropriate research topic that can be investigated and reported on through sources of information that be in the form of written and/or design output. |
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To manage the research process effectively within given resources and meeting milestones on time. |
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To gain a deeper understanding of a particular topic in a chosen subject area. | |
To form independent and objective views on issues in a specialised subject area. | |
To produce a well-written, clearly presented consistently referenced and properly formatted Dissertation. |
Syllabus |
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By the end of Semester 2 the student chooses a dissertation or thesis topic associated with their preferred specialism. The project will be guided by the assigned tutor who will prescribe milestones. The work will be developed via associated discussions with the assigned tutor. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Tutorial - |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
96 |
96 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 504 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 600 |
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 | 12-15000 words | Summer July-September | 100 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Assessment 1 Notes (applying to all assessments) Dissertation/Thesis Outline and Plan The written dissertation is expected to be around 12-15000 words |
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: |