Law School Module Details
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Title DISSERTATION (SEM 2)
Code LAW035
Coordinator Ms R Grozdanova
Law
Rumyana.Grozdanova@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2017-18 Level 6 FHEQ Second Semester 15

Aims

 

Students are supported in the development of independent research skills thro ugh research into an area of law that they find particularly interesting.
  • Students develop their presentation skills in supportive context. They recognise the differences between effective oral and written presentation.
  • Students are equipped as ''independent lear ners'', relying largely on self-motivation and enthusiasm.

  • Students gain experience of formulating research questions and undertaking extended writing.

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    Learning Outcomes

    Application of critical judgement to an area of legal literature.




     
    Development of polished legal writing skills.

    Development of oral presentation skills.
    Development of time management skills.
    Development of the ability to synthesise complex legal information.
    Development of ability to independently find useful legal information.
    Formulation of student''s own research question

    Syllabus
    1   

    Dissertation module allows students to develop their own research ideas with the support of their supervisor. They develop their own legal research interests, alongside their research skills. The module also focuses on development of oral presentation skills through a supportive training seminar and an assessed presentation at the Undergraduate Law Dissertation Conference.

    While the supervisor provides student support, independent research is at the core of the programme. Students will take full ownership of their projects. They will plan, research, review relevant legal literature, explore fundamental concepts, synthesise complex information, and finally, write up their research as a polished piece.



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    Teaching and Learning Strategies

    Lectures - In Semester 1, before the programme commences, an introductory lecture will develop students'' research and library skills.

    Seminars - There are two ''drop-in'' support sessions run by the Dissertations Officer during the second semester. The first focuses on general research skills, the second focuses on developing presentation techniques.

    Assessment - Alongside examination of the dissertation, students deliver a short assessed presentation at the Semester 2 Undergraduate Law Dissertation Conference.

    Supervision - Students are supported by a supervisor who will guide the research process during the programme. Students can expect four separate consultations. These will either be face-to-face, or through detailed email exchanges.

    Teaching Schedule
      Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
    Study Hours           1
    In Semester 1, before the programme commences, an introductory lecture will develop students' research and library skills.
    4
    There are two 'drop-in' support sessions run by the Dissertations Officer during the second semester. The first focuses on general research skills, the second focuses on developing presentation techniques.
    2
    Alongside examination of the dissertation, students deliver a short assessed presentation at the Semester 2 Undergraduate Law Dissertation Conference.
    3
    Students are supported by a supervisor who will guide the research process during the programme. Students can expect four separate consultations. These will either be face-to-face, or through detailed email exchanges.
    		10
    Timetable (if known)              
    Private Study 140
    TOTAL HOURS 150

    Assessment
    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  6000 Words  Semester 2  95  Yes  Standard UoL penalty applies  Assessment 1 
    Practical Assessment  5 minute presentatio  Semester 2  5  No reassessment opportunity    Assessment 2 There is no reassessment opportunity, It is a presentation Notes (applying to all assessments) The module is assessed through the 6000 word written piece (95%), and also at a 5 minute presentation of the research piece at the Semester 2 Undergraduate Dissertation Conference (5%). For resit students, a resubmitted dissertation carries 100% of the reassessment marks. 

    Recommended Texts
    Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.
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    Other Staff Teaching on this Module
     

    Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite:
     

    Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements):
    None  

    Co-requisite modules:
     

    Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on a required basis:
    n/a

    Programme(s) (including Year of Study) to which this module is available on an optional basis:
    Year 3: M100, M101, M102, M103, M107, MZ11 and the Honours Select Pathway. Year 4: MZ04, M105, M106, M108.

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