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Research Extension in English Literature (Bachelor Oppgave) - 40N0107

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  • Department: English and Related Literature
  • Module co-ordinator: Dr. Jonathan Brockbank
  • Credit value: 20 credits
  • Credit level: I
  • Academic year of delivery: 2023-24

Module summary

By expanding the word limit of the assessment demanded for the other module (YorkCourse English Literature) by 5,000 words, it will give students the opportunity to undertake a substantial (dissertation length) piece of independent research in English Literature.

Module will run

Occurrence Teaching period
A Semester 2 2023-24

Module aims

The research extension module (REM) will be equivalent to 10 ECTs and replace one of the three regular NSC modules which form part of the YorkCourse. This module is for students who wish to write more in English Literature whilst in York or who need to write a Bachelor Oppgave.

Module learning outcomes

By the end of the module, you should be able to:

  • Design and carry out a theoretical and/or empirical study in a specialised area.
  • Understand the challenges posed in carrying out a piece of independent research.
  • Demonstrate an ability to critique and challenge theoretical ideas which have been proposed.
  • Demonstrate progress towards the ability to synthesise and to present complex ideas with clarity.
  • Select, limit and question a particular topic.
  • Demonstrate skills in presenting their thesis.
  • Write acceptable academic English.
  • Use appropriate library resources.

Assessment

Task Length % of module mark
Essay/coursework
Dissertation/Oppgave - Research Extension in English		 N/A 100

Special assessment rules

None

Reassessment

None

Module feedback

Students will receive feedback on their essay proposal and drafts (formative element) in the individual tutorials and via written comments on the work itself within two weeks of submission.

Summative feedback will be in the form of grades in the course transcript and via a completed ‘visiting student evaluation form’. Grades and evaluation forms will be determined/completed within 6 weeks of the deadline.

Indicative reading

These will depend upon the chosen dissertation topic.


The information on this page is indicative of the module that is currently on offer. The University is constantly exploring ways to enhance and improve its degree programmes and therefore reserves the right to make variations to the content and method of delivery of modules, and to discontinue modules, if such action is reasonably considered to be necessary by the University. Where appropriate, the University will notify and consult with affected students in advance about any changes that are required in line with the University's policy on the Approval of Modifications to Existing Taught Programmes of Study.