Course Details in 2023/24 Session

Module Title	LC Pathways to International Relations Research I
School	Government
Department	Political Sci & Intern'tl Stud
Module Code	08 34009
Module Lead	Dr Sotirios Zartaloudis
Level	Certificate Level
Credits	10
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites	LC Pathways to International Relations Research II - (08 34010)
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-10 hours Tutorial-6 hours Guided independent study-84 hours Total: 100 hours
Exclusions
Description	This is one of a pair of twinned modules which introduce you to important skills needed to study international relations, and the process of engaging in international relations research. It takes the view that the skills you need to achieve your full potential are best acquired through activity and, as such, you will learn through ‘doing', producing an e-portfolio as you progress through the modules. In this first module, you will develop a range of skills that are valued in academia and by employers, such as engaging in productive group work, reviewing and critically evaluating literature, referencing, producing a bibliography, presenting, debating, identifying problems and creating solutions, and conducting a research project.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Employ research skills and work effectively in groups; Appraise academic literature relevant to your discipline; Synthesise different types of evidence to construct arguments in your discipline; Apply the code of practice in referencing and academic integrity.
Assessment	34009-01 : 2000 Word Assessment : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: 1 x 2000 word essay. Reassessment:1 x 2000 word essay.
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