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THE UNIVERSITY of EDINBURGHDEGREE REGULATIONS & PROGRAMMES OF STUDY 2007/2008
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Russian Studies 3 Honours Dissertation Part 1 (Preparation) (U02033)? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : LLC-3-U02033 The course offers the opportunity to research in depth a subject that holds special interest to the student, on topics associated with Russian studies and subject to prior approval by the section head. Subjects may be drawn from any pertinent subject area, always provided that staff time and expertise permit a particular choice. Entry Requirements? This course is not available to visting students. Subject AreasHome subject areaEuropean Languages and Cultures - Russian Studies, (School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, Schedule G) Delivery Information? Normal year taken : 3rd year ? Delivery Period : Full Year (Blocks 1-4) Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
The aim of a dissertation is to develop and demonstrate analytical and organisational skills in a particular area, this giving students an insight into the world of research and scholarship. A dissertation does not necessarily aim at exhaustiveness within its field or topic, nor does it need to incorporate original research, although both elements (ie exhaustiveness and originality) may be apparent in the completed dissertation.
Assessment Information
The dissertation will be approximately 6,000 words in length (excluding bibliography, footnotes and appendices), and written in Russian.
Contact and Further InformationThe Course Secretary should be the first point of contact for all enquiries. Course Secretary Ms Catherine Rutter Course Organiser Dr Lara Ryazanova-Clarke School Website : http://www.llc.ed.ac.uk/ College Website : http://www.hss.ed.ac.uk/ |
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