Approaches to an Interdisciplinary Methodology - MST00004M

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Module summary

This the Core module of the MA in Medieval Studies. The topics on offer change each year.

Module will run

Occurrence	Teaching period
A	Autumn Term 2022-23

Module aims

The core module for the MA in Medieval Studies, ‘Approaches to an Interdisciplinary Methodology’, is designed to introduce students to at least one new discipline, and, progressively, to interdisciplinary research and its methodologies, as well as to the practicalities, challenges and pleasures of post-graduate level independent research. It will also provide training in producing academic posters and effective presentation techniques.

Module learning outcomes

At the end of this module, students should be able to:

• demonstrate awareness of, and understanding of the value of interdisciplinary study

• communicate knowledge in a concise, visually engaging and effective manner

• work collaboratively, showing leadership, team-working, time and project management skills

• design and deliver a presentation to a specific time, using the visual aid of a poster

Indicative assessment

Task	% of module mark
Oral presentation/seminar/exam	100

Special assessment rules

None

Indicative reassessment

Task	% of module mark
Essay/coursework	100

Module feedback

Feedback provided to the student on the day of presentation.

Indicative reading

Each mini-module will have its own key reading, listed on the VLE site and in the Core Course Handbook provided at the start of term.