GY489
Dissertation - Environment Programme - MSc Environmental Economics and Climate Change, MSc Environmental Policy and Regulation and MSc Environment and Development
This information is for the 2023/24 session.
Teacher responsible
Programme Director of relevant MSc programme.
Availability
This course is compulsory on the MSc in Environment and Development, MSc in Environmental Economics and Climate Change, MSc in Environmental Policy and Regulation, MSc in Environmental Policy, Technology and Health (Environmental Economics and Climate Change) (LSE and Peking University) and MSc in Environmental Policy, Technology and Health (Environmental Policy and Regulation) (LSE and Peking University). This course is available on the MSc in Environmental Policy, Technology and Health (Environment and Development) (LSE and Peking University). 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 combined workshops and lectures.
Assessment
Dissertation (100%, 10000 words) in the post-spring term.
Student performance results
(2019/20 - 2021/22 combined)
| Classification | % of students |
|---|---|
| Distinction | 49.9 |
| Merit | 42.6 |
| Pass | 7.6 |
| Fail | 0 |
Key facts
Department: Geography and Environment
Total students 2022/23: 127
Average class size 2022/23: 42
Controlled access 2022/23: Yes
Value: One Unit
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