GY486
Dissertation - MSc Local Economic Development
This information is for the 2022/23 session.
Teacher responsible
Dr Erica Pani
Availability
This course is compulsory on the MSc in Local Economic Development. This course is available on the MSc in Urban Policy (LSE and Sciences Po). This course is not available as an outside option.
Course content
The dissertation may be on any topic within the field of the MSc programme studied. Approval for the topic must be obtained from the relevant Programme Director.
Teaching
In the Department of Geography and Environment, teaching will be delivered through a combination of classes/seminars, pre-recorded lectures, live online lectures, in-person lectures and other supplementary interactive live activities.
This course is delivered through a series of lectures across Michaelmas Term and Lent Term.
The course includes a reading week in Week 6 of both Michaelmas and Lent Term.
Assessment
Dissertation (100%, 10000 words) post-summer term.
Key facts
Department: Geography and Environment
Total students 2021/22: 43
Average class size 2021/22: Unavailable
Controlled access 2021/22: No
Lecture capture used 2021/22: Yes (LT)
Value: One Unit
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Personal development skills
- Self-management
- Problem solving
- Application of information skills
- Communication
- Application of numeracy skills
- Specialist skills
