GV499
Dissertation
This information is for the 2018/19 session.
Availability
This course is compulsory on the MSc in Comparative Politics, MSc in Conflict Studies, MSc in Global Politics, MSc in Political Science and Political Economy, MSc in Political Theory, MSc in Public Administration and Government (LSE and Peking University) and MSc in Public Policy and Administration. This course is not available as an outside option.
Course content
A compulsory 10,000 word dissertation is required to be submitted as part of the assessment for each Government MSc programme. The dissertation is due by 5:00 pm on Tuesday 20 August 2019.
Assessment
Dissertation (100%, 10000 words) in August.
Student performance results
(2014/15 - 2016/17 combined)
| Classification | % of students |
|---|---|
| Distinction | 27.4 |
| Merit | 52.7 |
| Pass | 16.6 |
| Fail | 3.4 |
Key facts
Department: Government
Total students 2017/18: 243
Average class size 2017/18: 38
Controlled access 2017/18: No
Value: One Unit
Personal development skills
- Self-management
- Problem solving
- Communication
