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Session: 2022/23
Last modified: 28/03/2022 16:02:15
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Title of Module: Honours Dissertation (International Business) |
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Code: LNDN10001 |
SCQF Level: 10
(Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) |
Credit Points: 40 |
ECTS: 20
(European Credit Transfer Scheme) |
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| School: | School of Business & Creative Industries |
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| Module Co-ordinator: | TBC
TBC |
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| Summary of Module |
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The Honours Dissertation module comprises a supervised independent research study on a topic relevant to their International Business degree title. This research dissertation provides students with the opportunity to develop and enhance a range of skills such as independent research, critical evaluation and review and the ability to write an extended piece of work. Once completed, the research adds to the body of knowledge the world has about the topic. In level 9 the Research Skills module introduces students to the development and preparation of a project proposal that will form the basis of the dissertation.
Students will discuss with potential supervisors the validity of their project ideas and present a project proposal which must be empirical and business in nature.
Ethical approval may be required prior to the start of the study in line with Business School and University protocols.
When approved, the study will be carried out and reported via a dissertation.
Guidance is given through a series of workshops, seminars and individual tutorials with the supervisor.
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| Module Delivery Method |
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| Face-To-Face | Blended | Fully Online | HybridC | HybridO | Work-based Learning |
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Face-To-Face
Term used to describe the traditional classroom environment where the students and the lecturer meet synchronously in the same room for the whole provision.
Blended
A mode of delivery of a module or a programme that involves online and face-to-face delivery of learning, teaching and assessment activities, student support and feedback. A programme may be considered “blended” if it includes a combination of face-to-face, online and blended modules. If an online programme has any compulsory face-to-face and campus elements it must be described as blended with clearly articulated delivery information to manage student expectations
Fully Online
Instruction that is solely delivered by web-based or internet-based technologies. This term is used to describe the previously used terms distance learning and e learning.
HybridC
Online with mandatory face-to-face learning on Campus
HybridO
Online with optional face-to-face learning on Campus
Work-based Learning
Learning activities where the main location for the learning experience is in the workplace.
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| Term(s) for Module Delivery |
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(Provided viable student numbers permit).
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| Term 1 | | Term 2 | | Term 3 | |
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| Learning Outcomes: (maximum of 5 statements) |
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On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:
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Identify an area of research relevant to business and systematically plan its investigation
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Implement the plan through the critical use of primary and/or secondary data and sources
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Critically evaluate and apply appropriate theoretical frameworks and perspectives
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Demonstrate initiative and capacity for independent problem solving and research
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Organise and present research findings through a structure of sustained and critical argument in the form of a well-structured final dissertation |
| Employability Skills and Personal Development Planning (PDP) Skills |
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| SCQF Headings |
During completion of this module, there will be an opportunity to achieve
core skills in:
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| Knowledge and Understanding (K and U) |
SCQF Level 10.
Developing specialist knowledge and understanding of an area of research. |
| Practice: Applied Knowledge and Understanding |
SCQF Level 10.
Applying research skills to execute the aims and objectives of the research. |
| Generic Cognitive skills |
SCQF Level 10.
Researching, analysing, evaluating and problem-solving in relation to the chosen research project. |
| Communication, ICT and Numeracy Skills |
SCQF Level 10.
Writing skills and ICT and numeracy skills dependant on the topic being researched. |
| Autonomy, Accountability and Working with others |
SCQF Level 10.
Working independently on an extended project. |
| Pre-requisites: |
Before undertaking this module the student should have
undertaken the following:
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| Co-requisites | Module Code:
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* Indicates that module descriptor is not published.
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| Learning and Teaching |
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| In line with UWS’ Curriculum Framework, providing a flexible and hybrid, student-centred and inclusive approach to learning and teaching, the module has been designed around the delivery of engaging, activity- and discussion-based workshops, nurtured by meaningful online content, including short videos, reading materials, quizzes, etc. This approach creates more flexibility for students, while also enhancing deeper learning through engagement with peers and teaching staff, both online and in the classroom. This is further supported by the assessment approach adopted, enabling students to develop both academic and employability-focused knowledge and skills within international business — all aligned to the overarching purpose and aims of the programme. |
Learning Activities
During completion of this module, the learning activities undertaken to
achieve the module learning outcomes are stated below:
| Student Learning Hours
(Normally totalling 200 hours):
(Note: Learning hours include both contact hours and hours spent on other learning activities) |
| Lecture/Core Content Delivery | 12 |
| Independent Study | 388 |
| 400
Hours Total
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**Indicative Resources: (eg. Core text, journals, internet
access)
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The following materials form essential underpinning for the module content
and ultimately for the learning outcomes:
Saunders, M.; Lewis, P. and Thornhill, A. (2016), Research Methods for Business Students, 6th edition, London: Pearson Education Limited.
Details of further resources, including textbooks, journals and online resources will be identified at the beginning of each delivery in the module handbook and made available via the VLE.
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(**N.B. Although reading lists should include current publications,
students are advised (particularly for material marked with an asterisk*) to
wait until the start of session for confirmation of the most up-to-date
material)
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| Engagement Requirements |
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In line with the Academic Engagement Procedure, Students are defined as academically engaged if they are regularly engaged with timetabled teaching sessions, course-related learning resources including those in the Library and on the relevant learning platform, and complete assessments and submit these on time. Please refer to the Academic Engagement Procedure at the following link: Academic engagement procedure |
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Supplemental Information
| Programme Board | Marketing, Innovation, Tourism & Events |
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| Assessment Results (Pass/Fail) |
No
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| Subject Panel | Marketing, Innovation, Tourism & Events |
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| Moderator | Various |
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| External Examiner | TBC |
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| Accreditation Details | N/A |
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| Version Number | 3.05 |
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| Assessment: (also refer to Assessment Outcomes Grids below) |
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| This module comprises 100% continuous assessment. The module assessment is based solely on the submission of a dissertation. |
(N.B. (i) Assessment Outcomes Grids for the module
(one for each component) can be found below which clearly demonstrate how the learning outcomes of the module
will be assessed.
(ii) An indicative schedule listing approximate times
within the academic calendar when assessment is likely to feature will be
provided within the Student Handbook.)
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Assessment Outcome Grids (Footnote A.)
Footnotes
A. Referred to within Assessment Section above
B. Identified in the Learning Outcome Section above
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Note(s):
- More than one assessment method can be used to assess individual learning outcomes.
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Schools are responsible for determining student contact hours. Please refer to University Policy on contact hours (extract contained within section 10 of the Module Descriptor guidance note).
This will normally be variable across Schools, dependent on Programmes &/or Professional requirements.
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| Equality and Diversity |
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The Equality, Diversity and Human Rights policy underpins student engagement. We aim to make UWS a fair and equal place to study an institution which addresses specific issues covering all aspects of equality, diversity and human rights. Where required module assessment will be adapted to meet student requirements.
http://www.uws.ac.uk/equality/
UWS Equality and Diversity Policy |
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(N.B. Every effort
will be made by the University to accommodate any equality and diversity issues
brought to the attention of the School)
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