HS982-7-AU-CO:
Dissertation

The details
2023/24
Health and Social Care (School of)
Colchester Campus
Autumn
Postgraduate: Level 7
Current
Thursday 05 October 2023
Friday 15 December 2023
60
07 November 2023

 

Requisites for this module
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Key module for

MSC L439JS Global Public Health

Module description

Dissertations offer the opportunity for in-depth study and analysis of a topic relevant to your Masters degree programme. They may take one of three general forms:

The collection and analysis of new data through primary research using quantitative and/or qualitative methods, or as part of a service evaluation or audit

New analysis of existing quantitative or qualitative data, i.e. secondary data analysis

An extended literature review, synthesis and in-depth analysis of a relevant policy or practice issue i.e. a library-based study


The topic of your dissertation must relate to the subject of your degree programme. The appropriate content and weighting of each component of your dissertation will vary depending on the type of dissertation you choose.

Module aims

The student will demonstrate an understanding of the research process and an ability to plan, implement and analyse a project relevant to their area of study.

Module learning outcomes

On successful completion of this module, the [learner] will be able to:

1. Demonstrate a good understanding of the area of study.
2. Be able to conduct a literature search.
3. Be able to conduct a thematic analysis of material accessed following the literature search.
4. Show awareness of ethical considerations.
5. Produce an appropriate methodology for the study undertaken (if appropriate).
6. Be able to analyse data generated by the study (if appropriate).
7. Draw conclusions and make recommendations for practice.

Module information

A general guide to content is as follows:

i) An abstract giving a short (normally one page) summary of your aims, methods, findings and any implications for policy or practice, or identified needs for further study

ii) A clear statement of the aims of the project. This is vital. A common weakness in dissertations is the lack of a clearly stated purpose which is then followed through in the dissertation.

iii) A clear description of, and rationale for, the methods selected for the study.

iv) A review of relevant research and other literature (for example government policy documents). For library-based dissertations this may extend to several chapters.

v) An analysis of data, where relevant.

vi) A discussion of the findings, the strengths and limitations of the study, any policy and practice implications and/or areas for further research suggested by the findings.

vii) A short conclusion.

Learning and teaching methods

Dissertation workshops are held throughout the academic year which will help students to select a topic for their dissertation and provide guidance on writing up their research. All students are allocated a dissertation supervisor appropriate for their topic and/or selected methods.

Bibliography

The above list is indicative of the essential reading for the course.
The library makes provision for all reading list items, with digital provision where possible, and these resources are shared between students.
Further reading can be obtained from this module's reading list.

Assessment items, weightings and deadlines

Coursework / exam Description Deadline Coursework weighting

Exam format definitions

  • Remote, open book: Your exam will take place remotely via an online learning platform. You may refer to any physical or electronic materials during the exam.
  • In-person, open book: Your exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer to any physical materials such as paper study notes or a textbook during the exam. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
  • In-person, open book (restricted): The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may refer only to specific physical materials such as a named textbook during the exam. Permitted materials will be specified by your department. Electronic devices may not be used in the exam.
  • In-person, closed book: The exam will take place on campus under invigilation. You may not refer to any physical materials or electronic devices during the exam. There may be times when a paper dictionary, for example, may be permitted in an otherwise closed book exam. Any exceptions will be specified by your department.

Your department will provide further guidance before your exams.

Overall assessment

100 per cent Coursework Mark

Reassessment

100 per cent Coursework Mark

Module supervisor and teaching staff
Dr Nestor Asiamah, email: n.asiamah@essex.ac.uk.
Dr Sagaradevi Barratt, email: barrattc@essex.ac.uk.
Supervisors are assigned based on the research topic
cpd@essex.ac.uk Student Programme Administrator: Ashwini Bharambe E: gph@essex.ac.uk

 

Availability
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External examiner

Dr Michael Klingenberg
Leeds Beckett University
Senior Lecturer
Mrs Anita Catherine Best
University of Bradford
Honorary Nursing Lecturer
Dr Panagiotis Pentaris
Goldsmiths, University of London
Programme Leader
Mr Richard Clark
Sheffield Hallam University
Senior Lecturer
Prof Theodore Schrecker
Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University
Professor of Global Health Policy
Dr Elaine Lehane
University College Cork
Senior Lecturer
Prof Guillaume Alinier
Hamad Medical Corporation
Director of Research
Dr Kate Parkinson
University of Huddersfield
Subject Leader, Health and Social Care
Dr Masoud Mohammadnezhad
University of Bradford
Associate Professor of Public Health
Resources
Available via Moodle
No lecture recording information available for this module.

 

Further information
Health and Social Care (School of)

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