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Module Catalogue

For information on which modules are specific to your programme, please see : Programme requirements index 2017-2018.

Curricular information may be subject to change.

DI5999 Dissertation (Distance Learning)

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 60

ECTS credits : 30

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: Both

Planned timetable: At times to be arranged with the supervisor.

In this module students undertake research under individual supervision towards writing a dissertation on a topic agreed in conjunction with their supervisor.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: Individual supervision

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

Re-assessment: No Re-Assessment Available

Additional information from school

Students normally have seven months in which to research and write their dissertation in this part-time programme. Supervision is normally by video-conference or telephone.