Research Project

Here is email from Professor Ned Aughterson told me about the research project: Hi jack A copy of the course outline for Research Project is attached. As a first step you need to select a research topic. Once you have chosen an area, you can discuss the actual topic with a lecturer with expertise in that area. You will be supervised by that lecturer. There are no formal lectures or tutorials, but you will meet with your supervisor at times agreed between you. The paper will be assessed by your supervisor and me. You should settle your topic asap. Let me know if you need any further assistance at this stage. Good luck Ned Aughterson ************************************************************************ Course Title Course Code Year of Study Number of Credits Duration in Weeks Contact Hours Per Week Pre-requisite(s) Course Aims This course aims to provide an opportunity for sustained, independent research into an area at the interface of law and business and to further develop research, analytical and writing skills. Course Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: 1 2 3 4 Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of an aspect of law and business, the subject matter of their research project; Critically evaluate the subject area of their research project; Carry out detailed research, analysis and writing; Complete a clear, concise and internally consistent research paper. : : : : : : : Research Project LAW 410 4 3 15 Individual student contact throughout the semester Completion of the first 3 years of the programme

Course Outline Students may select a research topic of particular interest to them and, following approval of the topic and methodology by the supervisor, conduct research and write a research paper of between 8,000 and 10,000 words. Teaching Approach A Department appointed supervisor will supervise students on a one-to-one basis. The supervisor will consult with the student and review his or her work on an on-going basis. Assessment Research Paper of 8,000 to 10,000 words 100%

The research paper will be on an area selected by the students and approved by the supervisor. The paper must demonstrate original research, a clear understanding of the subject matter of the paper, and a capacity for critical analysis [objectives 1 to 3]. The writing style and format of the paper must be clear, concise and internally consistent, including in relation to referencing [objective 4]. Students will be assessed initially by the supervisor, who will recommend a grade to the Department Research Project coordinator who, after reading all of the Research Project papers for that semester, will determine the final grades. The coordinator may consult with relevant experts before determining the final grade in a given case. Resources The appropriate reading materials will depend on the research topic of the student.