International development

International Development Thesis - SpD

Module code: L2153S
Level 6
30 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Workshop
Assessment modes: Essay

The International Development Undergraduate Thesis provides students with an opportunity to integrate what they have learnt in the module of their studies into a single, sustained piece of writing that will explore a topic in depth. The module will involve the design, planning and execution of the thesis, with the support of a supervisor, and may include the collection of empirical data or the use of secondary source material. Students choose their own topics, and develop their own approaches to investigating the topic, drawing on earlier skills-based modules and on interests developed through the module of the degree programme

Module learning outcomes

• Demonstrate capacity to conceptualise, design, plan and execute an independent project
• Show ability to deploy, establish techniques of analysis and enquiry to address an issue relevant to International Development
• Show the capacity to devise and sustain arguments
• Be able to make use of confirmatory or contestatory evidence to support or refute arguments