This module will develop discussion around ethics and critical thinking in the second semester, which will build on the foundation work covered in the first term. The aim of the module will be to prepare students for essay writing and thinking critically throughout the remainder of their degree. This module will be run in synergy with the personal tutorial system and activities. The module delivery includes a mix of learning activities within which students will be interacting with their peers, their personal tutors, other academic staff, and Ph.D. students, Alumni, the Career Network and the Academic Skills Centre. The content of focuses more particularly on:
Research skills such as how to conduct research using secondary data and documents and how to carry out a case study analysis, etc;
Personal skills such becoming a responsible individual within organisation looking at resilience, diversity and volunteering.
Professional skills such as career development, developing IT skills, CV writing, reflectivity in practice, networking and personal branding.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module students should be able to:
Identify and explain the key building blocks of academic arguments. Demonstrate engagement with own personal, academic and professional development activities;
Demonstrate the ability to formulate and deliver logical arguments;
Apply reflective practice to personal and professional development;
Define critical thinking and practice critique of the academic work of others and selves.
Assessment
33956-01 : 1,500 word Essay : Coursework (80%)
33956-02 : 750 word Reflective Report : Coursework (20%)