GY485
Dissertation - MSc Geographic Data Science and MSc Real Estate Economics and Finance
This information is for the 2024/25 session.
Teacher responsible
Programme Director(s)
Availability
This course is compulsory on the MSc in Geographic Data Science and MSc in Real Estate Economics and Finance. 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 combination of workshops and one to one supervision across Autumn, Winter and Spring Term.
Assessment
Dissertation (100%, 10000 words) in the post-spring term.
Student performance results
(2020/21 - 2022/23 combined)
| Classification | % of students |
|---|---|
| Distinction | 17.5 |
| Merit | 33.1 |
| Pass | 45.2 |
| Fail | 4.2 |
Key facts
Department: Geography and Environment
Total students 2023/24: 57
Average class size 2023/24: Unavailable
Controlled access 2023/24: No
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