GY487     
Dissertation - MSc in Human Geography and Urban Studies (Research)

This information is for the 2024/25 session.

Teacher responsible

Programme Director - Dr Ryan Centner

Availability

This course is compulsory on the MSc in Human Geography and Urban Studies (Research). 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.

Assessment

Dissertation (100%, 10000 words) in the post-spring term.

Student performance results

(2020/21 - 2022/23 combined)

Classification % of students
Distinction 40
Merit 33.3
Pass 20
Fail 6.7

Key facts

Department: Geography and Environment

Total students 2023/24: 9

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