Module ANTM904 for 2016/7
- Overview
- Aims and Learning Outcomes
- Module Content
- Indicative Reading List
- Assessment
Postgraduate Module Descriptor
ANTM904: Dissertation
This module descriptor refers to the 2016/7 academic year.
Module Content
Syllabus Plan
Number of student-led workshops on 'Dissertation research and writing' as well as students' own research proposals with the opportunity for peer review. The student-led workshops will take place via ‘Connect’ and further details will be provided by your supervisor.
At least four supervision meetings: one to initiate the dissertation followed by three meetings to give academic guidance including specific feedback on draft work. Supervision meetings will take place either via telephone, Skype, Connect or in person for students who wish to visit the University.
Learning and Teaching
This table provides an overview of how your hours of study for this module are allocated:
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 24 | 576 |
...and this table provides a more detailed breakdown of the hours allocated to various study activities:
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning & Teaching activities | 20 | 10 x 2 hour student-led workshops |
| Guided Independent Study | 40 | Preparation for student-led workshops |
| Guided Independent Study | 40 | Preparation of formative assessment |
| Guided Independent Study | 496 | Research and writing up of dissertation |
| Supervision | 4 | Minimum of 4 individual supervision meetings with supervisor |
Online Resources
This module has online resources available via ELE (the Exeter Learning Environment).
Web based and electronic resources:
Anthrozoos (http://www.bergpublishers.com/?TabId=519)
Humanimalia (http://www.depauw.edu/humanimalia/)
Society & Animals (http://www.societyandanimalsforum.org/sa/index.html)
