International Development Thesis (L2153)
International Development Thesis
Module L2153
Module details for 2025/26.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
The International Development Undergraduate Thesis provides students with an opportunity to integrate what they have learnt in their studies into a single, sustained piece of writing that will explore a topic in depth. The module will involve the design, planning and execution of the thesis, with the support of a supervisor, and may include the collection of empirical data or the use of secondary source material. Students choose their own topics, and develop their own approaches to investigating the topic, drawing on earlier skills-based modules and on interests developed through the modules of the degree programme.
[FOR STUDENTS, NOT FOR MARKETING]: The ID Thesis module is a year-long module in which teaching is delivered in the Autumn term and supervisions are offered in the Spring term.
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate capacity to conceptualise, design, plan and execute an independent project
Show ability to deploy, establish techniques of analysis and enquiry to address an issue relevant to International Development
Show the capacity to devise and sustain arguments
Be able to make use of confirmatory or contestatory evidence to support or refute arguments
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Essay (8000 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 90.00% |
| Report (1000 words) | Semester 1 Assessment Week 1 Mon 16:00 | 10.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11100010101 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 1 hour | 11100101001 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Melissa Gatter
Convenor, Assess convenor
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Dr Evan Killick
Assess convenor
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