Undergraduate Programme and Module Handbook 2015-2016 (archived)
Module THMN2157: Special Study
Department: Theology and Ministry
THMN2157:
Special Study
| Type |
Open |
Level |
2 |
Credits |
10 |
Availability |
Not available in 2015/16 |
Module Cap |
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Location |
Durham
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Prerequisites
Corequisites
Excluded Combination of Modules
Aims
- To enable students to research and write on a specific topic, with supervisory guidance.
Content
- Project on a topic of the student's choice within the scope of the Theology and Ministry Programme, subject to approval by the Joint Working Group.
Learning Outcomes
- By the end of the module the student will be able to:
- Identify a suitable topic for research and writing
- Frame a title and appropriately bound the subject area
- Undertake guided and independent reading and research
Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to
the learning outcomes of the module
- At least 3 supervision sessions with relevant subject tutor.
Teaching Methods and Learning Hours
| Activity |
Number |
Frequency |
Duration |
Total/Hours |
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Summative Assessment
| Component: Assignment |
Component Weighting: 100% |
| Element |
Length / duration |
Element Weighting |
Resit Opportunity |
| Written assignment |
up to 4000 words |
100% |
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Oral feedback in supervision sessions and written feedback where appropriate
■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University
