Aims
To produce a dissertation that demonstrates original and independent research on Mass Communications
To allow students to exercise initiative and personal responsibility in the development of the research project
To enable students to engage confidently in academic communication

Learning Outcomes
After completing the module the student should be able to:
1 Devise a research plan which evidences an advanced understanding of contemporary scholarship in Mass Communications
2 Justify the selection of their dissertation project through the critical evaluation of relevant literature
3 Critically analyse data collected through research and develop a sustained argument
4 Design and apply an appropriate research methodology
5 Demonstrate self-directed and effective time management skills in completing the dissertation within the agreed timescale to a professional standard
6 To discuss and evaluate their findings.

Learning Outcomes of Assessments
The assessment item list is accessed via the learning outcomes listed:
Proposal 1 2
Dissertation 2 3 4 5 6