Module Details

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Title INDEPENDENT PROJECT: RESEARCH
Code MUSI399
Coordinator Prof S Cohen
Music
Sara@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2020-21 Level 6 FHEQ Whole Session 30

Aims

To introduce a range of methods and approaches adopted in independent research relating to the study of music.

To develop familiarity with and understanding of research conventions including the literature survey, research ethics, and citation and referencing techniques.

To develop skills in planning and managing a piece of independent research.

To develop skills in writing and presentation skills.

To deepen the student’s knowledge of the chosen subject.


Learning Outcomes

(LO1) To demonstrate the ability to conduct extended written arguments.

(LO2) To assess and evaluate the results of research.

(LO3) To demonstrate the ability to organise independent study.

(LO4) To demonstrate skills in organising research materials.

(LO5) To demonstrate originality in topic, methodology or argument.

(LO6) To demonstrate an understanding of selected approaches to independent study of music.

(LO7) To demonstrate more advanced skills in written argument and the use of evidence.

(S1) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis.

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills.

(S3) Research skills - All Information skills.

(S4) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing (including referencing skills).

(S5) Critical thinking and problem solving - Problem identification.

(S6) Critical thinking and problem solving - Synthesis.


Syllabus

 

The dissertation preparation is delivered by lectures supported by seminars. The dissertation is delivered by supervision, via tutorials. Students should arrange meetings with their supervisor directly. It is recommended that they meet at least fortnightly.


Teaching and Learning Strategies

Teaching Method 1 - Lecture
Description: Lectures on dissertation planning, preparation and key skills, delivered during semester 1 through online materials and delivery
Attendance Recorded: Yes

Teaching Method 2 - Tutorials
Description: One-to-one tutorials enabling supervision by staff who specialise in research related to the dissertation topic, and run as face-to-face, on-campus meetings


Teaching Schedule

  Lectures Seminars Tutorials Lab Practicals Fieldwork Placement Other TOTAL
Study Hours 6

  12

      18
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 282
TOTAL HOURS 300

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
Dissertation Notes There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment.  8000-10000 words    80       
Report There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment.  2000 words    20       

Recommended Texts

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