Module manager: Jack Woods III
Email: J.Woods@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan), Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2024/25
PHIL5911M Independent Study
This module is not approved as an Elective
This module provides students with the opportunity to pursue an independent project within philosophy with the support of an appropriate supervisor. The module is typically taken in Semester 1, although students may take it in Semester 2 if they are already enrolled on PHIL5920M Independent Study B in Semester 2.
To produce an independent piece of work on a selected topic within the field of philosophy. This work can take the form of an essay, a PhD proposal, or a literature survey. The student should show a good grasp of the chosen field and relevant important literature.
Detailed understanding of the relevant area of philosophy, depending on the topic of the independent study.
The module will develop skills in independent research. Some skills will depend upon the student’s choice of topic.
To be developed in consultation with the supervisor.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Private study hours | 297 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 3 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 300 | ||
Up to 200 hours gathering and reading resources, note-taking and thinking
Up to 100 hours drafting & re-drafting essay, PhD proposal, or literature review
Supervisions
Occasional informal conversation and email correspondence
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Essay | 1 x essay, PhD proposal, or literature review of 6-8000 words | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Deadlines for submission if taken in Sem 1: mid-January Deadlines for submission if taken in Sem 2: mid-May
There is no reading list for this module
Last updated: 4/29/2024
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