Undergraduate Module Descriptor

POL3231: Research Experience

This module descriptor refers to the 2018/9 academic year.

Module Content

Syllabus Plan

While the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, it is envisaged that the syllabus will cover the following topics in chronological order:

-Initial meeting with staff member/researcher

-Outlining of specific tasks and responsibilities by the research

-Assignment of a relevant reading list to understand the project

-Submission of 1500 word literature review (using and expanding on the list provided)

-Submission of a 2500 word project contribution

Learning and Teaching

This table provides an overview of how your hours of study for this module are allocated:

Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities	Guided independent study	Placement / study abroad
5	145	0

...and this table provides a more detailed breakdown of the hours allocated to various study activities:

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities	5	Tutorial meeting with project manager
Guided Independent Study	85	Private study (investigations of sources and research)
Guided Independent Study	50	Private study (writing)
Guided Independent Study	10	Private study (reflection)

Online Resources

This module has online resources available via ELE (the Exeter Learning Environment).