PHIL5170M Philosophy Dissertation
60 Credits Class Size: 100
Module manager: Jack Woods III
Email: J.Woods@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: 1 Oct to 30 Sep (12mth) View Timetable
Year running
2024/25
This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module, students should be able to ...
Produce an independent and critical piece of work on a selected topic within the field of philosophy. The student should show a good grasp of the chosen field and relevant important literature, and display the ability to formulate a rigorous and independent extended argument.
Learning outcomes
Detailed and critical understanding of the relevant field, depending on the topic of the dissertation.
Skills outcomes
The module will develop skills in independent research. Some skills will depend upon the student’s choice of topic.
Syllabus
To be developed in consultation with the personal supervisor.
Teaching Methods
| Delivery type |
Number |
Length hours |
Student hours |
| Supervision |
6 |
1 |
6 |
| Private study hours |
594 |
| Total Contact hours |
6 |
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) |
600 |
Private study
594 hours: independent learning for dissertation.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Supervisions
Occasional informal conversation and email correspondence
Methods of Assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type |
Notes |
% of formal assessment |
| Essay or Dissertation |
12,000 - 15,000 word dissertation |
100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) |
100 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading List
Check the module area in Minerva for your reading list
Last updated: 29/04/2024
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