Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module you will be able to;
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1.Demonstrate substantial understanding and mastery of key theoretical aspects of international health and of the subject of the dissertation
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2.Display critical evaluation and synthesis in the selection of key and peripheral primary and secondary sources on international health
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3.Demonstrate your ability to attend to complex and detailed aspects of organisation and to structure discussion and supporting evidence
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4.Demonstrate critical analysis of the interface between theory and practice
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5.Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively in implementing tasks related to research
Indicative Module Content
The topic of your dissertation will be negotiated between you and course staff. Dissertations will cover a topic within the broad field of international health, will be based on the your area of professional work or academic interest and will be designed to make a practical contribution to that area. While the aim will be to mould the project into as productive a shape as possible, care will be taken to ensure that your work does not intrude into sensitive settings. National and international ethical guidelines will be adhered to regarding field research with human subjects.
Assessment
Dissertation (100%)
Dissertation topics are negotiated with the module leader and your supervisor following submission of a research proposal. You should expect to produce a written report 15,000 words. In some cases, depending on the form of your research, it may be possible to produce audio visual or web based dissertation reports. All studies involving human subjects must follow the University’s Research Ethics Protocol. In addition you may also need to gain ethics approval from local agencies or research ethics committees PRIOR to commencing your research.
You will need to negotiate and agree your research topic, methodology and the likely format of the report with your supervisor.
