Intercultural Communication Dissertation

ICOM60070 Intercultural Communication Dissertation 60 Full year Postgraduate Taught Level 7 Hanain Brohi Unit coordinator 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 30.0 <div style="border:1.0pt solid windowtext;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-element:para-border-div;padding:1.0pt 6.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;">The dissertation is intended to provide students with the opportunity for an extended project, either a piece of original research or the design of an intercultural communication training programme, with a full academic write-up. Students select their own topic, usually over the first months of semester 2. Supervisors are assigned towards the end of semester 2 based on current student plans regarding their topics. Supervision occurs in May-July. In addition, the dissertation coordinator will schedule several fixed informational sessions during semesters 1 and 2, and may schedule additional sessions depending on need. The core unit ICOM70302 (Research Development Seminar) provides structure to any students intending to complete a research project for developing their ideas; that unit also provides information about ethical approval processes, although students who need such approval will have to apply separately from that unit.</div> <div style="border:1.0pt solid windowtext;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-element:para-border-div;padding:1.0pt 6.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;">The dissertation is intended to provide students with the opportunity for an extended project, either a piece of original research or the design of an intercultural communication training programme, with a full academic write-up. Students select their own topic, usually over the first months of semester 2. Supervisors are assigned towards the end of semester 2 based on current student plans regarding their topics. Supervision occurs in May-July. In addition, the dissertation coordinator will schedule several fixed informational sessions during semesters 1 and 2, and may schedule additional sessions depending on need. The core unit ICOM70302 (Research Development Seminar) provides structure to any students intending to complete a research project for developing their ideas; that unit also provides information about ethical approval processes, although students who need such approval will have to apply separately from that unit.</div> <div style="border:1.0pt solid windowtext;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-element:para-border-div;padding:1.0pt 6.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;">Allow students to develop an extended project either involving original research or planning for a programme of intercultural trainingDevelop advanced research skills, including:<ul><li class="MsoNormal" style="border-style:none;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-padding-alt:1.0pt 6.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;padding:0cm;">Identification of research issues/questions: defining scope and select appropriate research methodology</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="border-style:none;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-padding-alt:1.0pt 6.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;padding:0cm;">Develop advanced skills in selecting, evaluating and engaging critically with primary sources (textual or material)</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="border-style:none;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-padding-alt:1.0pt 6.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;padding:0cm;">Enhance ability to identify, evaluate and critique relevant secondary literature</li><li class="MsoNormal" style="border-style:none;mso-border-alt:solid windowtext .5pt;mso-padding-alt:1.0pt 6.0pt 1.0pt 4.0pt;padding:0cm;">Evaluate and present results of the project, in the context of broader research</li></ul></div> <ul><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;">Demonstrate critical awareness of previous research scholarship on the chosen topic.</li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;">Demonstrate appropriate familiarity with, and confidence in engaging with advanced methodologies, theoretical frameworks, or technical aspects of relevant material.</li><li class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin:0cm;mso-add-space:auto;text-align:justify;">Demonstrate understanding of critical or theoretical ideas.</li></ul> <ul><li>Construct lucid, persuasive and sustained argument in support of a research hypothesis or in articulation of a training programme.</li><li>Conduct independent research or planning that draws on appropriate aspects of research and existing knowledge in the field.</li><li>Plan and structure a sustained and multi-faceted piece of research or project involving the development of training</li></ul> <ul><li>Plan and carry out an extended project within a specified timetable, making use of available resources. </li><li>Take active responsibility for progress and development: identify a programme of work, engage through regular supervisions, and reflect on and learn from feedback.</li><li>Present advanced academic work in an appropriate format, adhering to School and Departmental guidelines.</li></ul> <ul><li>Identify skills gaps and seek relevant training and support where necessary. </li><li>Conduct themselves as a member of a disciplinary community.</li></ul> Other • Ability to plan and carry out a large-scale project • Independent working • Time management • Practical experience designing intercultural training (practical dissertations) 0 Other 100% Formative Assessment Task: <ul><li>Draft material submitted for supervision meetings</li></ul>Assessment Task:<ul><li>Dissertation - 100%</li></ul> N Project supervision 7 0 593