Dissertation Project I

Develops research skills and demonstrates the student's command of theory and research methods through their application in an original piece of empirical research. The dissertation project of approximately 30,000 - 40,000 words embodies an original investigation of an approved topic. Students must demonstrate competence in reviewing the appropriate literature, developing appropriate research questions and research methodologies, undertaking fieldwork and presenting the findings in a scholarly manner. This is part one of a six part dissertation project.