write a 2000 word self-reflection which: Introduces the focus of your research interests

MA IN SOCIAL RESEARCH

WORKING BEYOND DISCIPLINES

Assignment Brief – Summative

Assignment title(s)

Reflective essay (100%)

You will write a 2000 word self-reflection which:

  • Introduces the focus of your research interests
  • Outlines your preferred (disciplinary) approach and its underlying philosophical position which underpins it
  • Identifies the societal challenge to which your research interests relate
  • Outlines and evaluates the different disciplinary perspectives from which that challenge has been explored
  • Reflects on the impact of exploring alternative approaches to researching that societal challenge on your philosophical position and planned approach

Guidance on how to articulate your philosophical position and prepare a reflective essay will be provided during the module.

Guidance on how to interpret the assessment criteria for this specific assessment are provided below