Dissertation - HEA00101M
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Pre-requisite modules
Additional information
You need to successfully complete the Research Methods in Humanitarian Affairs Module to complete this Module.
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
|---|---|
| A | Spring Term 2025-26 to Summer Vacation 2025-26 |
Module aims
The dissertation module will allow the students to design, implement and finalise their own research project with a final research report. This module aims to encourage students to conduct their dissertation research on a subject matter or research question that is stimulating to them as well as to the field of contemporary humanitarian affairs. An appropriate tutor will supervise the dissertation and the student will receive support throughout the research period.
Module learning outcomes
Subject content
- Students will develop strategies to conduct an independent research project within humanitarian contexts.
- Students will design, implement, manage and evaluate an independent research project.
- Students will link research into policy and practice in real world humanitarian contexts.
- Students will have effective working knowledge of the humanitarian system and approaches for improving the impact of humanitarian programmes.
Academic and graduate skills
- Students will understand the ethical challenges in conducting field research.
- Students will identify different research methods and skills to conduct an effective research project.
- Students will learn to gather information, analyse and present research findings.
- Lead on the management of complex projects and challenges in the area of protection, food and nutrition, shelter, health and WASH.
Module content
This module will provide the opportunity to students to conduct an independent research project in an area that interests them - academically, professionally and practically.
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Graduate/Postgraduate Dissertation | 100.0 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Graduate/Postgraduate Dissertation | 100.0 |
Module feedback
Written feedback will be provided on the standard proforma within the timescale specified in the programme handbook.
Indicative reading
Babbie, E. and Benaquisto, L. (2002). Fundamentals of Social Research. Toronto, Nelson.
Kothari, C.R., (2004), Research Methodology: Methods and Techniques, (2nd Revised Edition). New Delhi, New Age Publications.