Semesters 1, 2 & 3
Your Dissertation module can be a standard research based Dissertation or a Workplace Focussed Dissertation with an industry partner, please choose one option from the list below:
Postgraduate Dissertation (60 credits)
The aim of this module is for students to design, conduct and write an original study within the field of communication, media or cultural studies. The module equips students with academic skills needed for conducting their individual research project. In addition, it fosters employability skills through careers-related training and lectures by media professionals.
Workplace Focused Dissertation (60 credits)
The module provides students the opportunity to work with a project partner in the private or public sector, to deliver a research project related to media, communication and culture.
Based on a brief by the project partner, students will conduct and write an original study that solves a real-world problem or addresses a research need by the partner organisation.
The module equips students with academic skills needed for conducting their research project. In addition, it fosters employability skills through careers-related training, lectures by media professionals as well as their engagement with the partner, fostering professional communication, networking and other workplace-related skills.