The module is designed to allow students to pursue independently a topic of their own choosing under the supervision of a member of academic staff.
Module will run
Occurrence
Teaching period
A
Summer Term 2021-22
Module aims
To give students experience in focusing on writing on a well-defined philosophical problem, chosen by themselves with guidance from a supervisor.
To develop students’ abilities to apply philosophical tools and techniques, in order to advance understanding of intellectual problems, and to provide a grounding for further independent research.
Module learning outcomes
Students should be able to display an in-depth and systematic understanding of a philosophical topic of their choosing, with a grasp of the forefront of current research in the area, providing a solid grounding for further independent research on related topics.
Students should be able to analyse complex areas of knowledge, displaying critical awareness; synthesise information and ideas from a variety of sources at the forefront of the discipline; evaluate research critically; and show originality in the discussion and application of ideas from the philosophical literature in developing their own arguments.
Students should show the ability to work autonomously and self critically.
Assessment
Task
Length
% of module mark
Essay/coursework Essay 4000 words
N/A
100
Special assessment rules
None
Additional assessment information
The formative essay plan will be submitted on Monday Week 8 of the Summer Term.
The summative essay will be submitted by 12 noon on Friday, Week 10 of the Summer Term.
Reassessment
Task
Length
% of module mark
Essay/coursework Essay 4000 words
N/A
100
Module feedback
Feedback on formative work is returned within two weeks of submission.
Feedback on summative work is returned within four weeks of submission.