Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management Dissertation
MODULE CODE
CREDIT VALUE
Module Aims
Aim 1
To develop your intellectual ability with respect to critical analysis and conceptual thinking by undertaking an in-depth investigation into an area of interest relevant to your programme of study,
Aim 2
To provide you with the opportunity to apply and develop knowledge and critical understanding, research skills and competencies within the context of an identified area of interest, and
Aim 3
To enable you to take control of your own intellectual development, with the aid of supervisors, through the process of research, analysis and presentation.
Module Content
The dissertation will offer a series of workshops which will support academic research and writing, culminating in the production and submission of the dissertation.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, a student will be able to:
Teaching Methods
The learning and teaching will involve a strong element of applied research. Students will develop a range of skills aimed at making them competent and confident researchers in the contexts of academia and personal development.
As well as concerted reading, the application and practice of research skills on the students’ part, the module will be delivered at the main campus by means of a taught module with supplementary supervisory meetings.
Assessment Methods
This module is assessed through a research proposal with action plan and a dissertation.