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 | PHILOSOPHY DISSERTATION | ||
| Code | PHIL306 | ||
| Coordinator |
Dr RK Wiseman Philosophy Rachael.Wiseman@liverpool.ac.uk |
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| Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
| Session 2018-19 | Level 6 FHEQ | Whole Session | 30 |
Aims |
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The aim is for the student to choose a topic of special interest in philosophy and conduct research into this area of interest via reading and private study under the supervison of the supervisor to whom they have been allocated. |
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Learning Outcomes |
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The student will produce a systematic piece of written work, organised in chapters/sections in the manner of professional and published work in philosophy, so as to show that the research referred to in the Aims has been mastered in a way appropriate to someone with a grasp of the practice of professional philosophy. |
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Syllabus |
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There is no syllabus for this module. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Workshop - 1 x 2 hour information skills training session (Library). |
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Other - 1 x 1 hour dissertation plenary meeting. 6 x 1 hour supervisory sessions (Philosophy). |
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Teaching Schedule |
| Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
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2 7 |
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| Timetable (if known) |
1 x 2 hour information skills training session (Library).
1 x 1 hour dissertation plenary meeting. 6 x 1 hour supervisory sessions (Philosophy). |
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| Private Study | 291 | ||||||
| TOTAL HOURS | 300 | ||||||
Assessment |
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Notes |
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Notes |
| Coursework | 10, 000 words, max. | 2 | 100 | Yes | Standard UoL penalty applies | Assessment 1 Notes (applying to all assessments) Dissertations are double-marked. It is not feasible for dissertations to be marked anonymously. |
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: |
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