1. The qualifying learner demonstrates ability to:
evaluate existing research and theory, and perform individual research,
communicate results at an internationally accepted academic level,
solve problems in a specific range of economic and social contexts,
contribute significantly to the development of society through mastery of the research area.

2 The qualifying learner demonstrates the importance of the exchange ideas and knowledge with peers and supervisors, and is able to
distinguish between different styles of communication in the quest for information, and can apply these appropriately and effectively,
apply academic ethics and responsibility to all aspects of study and research.

3 The qualifying learner demonstrates
a thorough command of communication (whether written, oral, visual or using IT, and can apply these media appropriately in the presentation of research material,
sensitivity to cultural diversity in using different modes of communicating, both in the collection of data and in presentation of the results of research.

4 The qualifying learner demonstrates an ability to
evaluate, apply and develop existing and new planning approaches where appropriate to the research area,
relate technological issues within the research area to wider economic and social systems critically and ethically.
respond sensitively to the choice of planning technology and procedures in varied cultural settings
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5 The qualifying learner demonstrates
critical awareness of his/her role as researcher in society.
A knowledge of the legal frameworks pertaining to the research area, and is able to relate them to wider legal and ethical contexts.
an understanding of the implications for him/her of society’s expectations of researchers.

6 The qualifying learner demonstrates an understanding of time management, self-motivation, prioritisation and initiative at an advanced level, especially in respect to addressing the requirements of the programme,

7 The qualifying learner demonstrates
a working knowledge of different research methods,
an understanding of the impact of research on subjects it is involved with, and on society as a whole.
an ability to evaluate different methods of data manipulation within a range of scenarios, and understands the social and academic consequences of their choice.

8 he qualifying learner demonstrates
cultural and aesthetic awareness and sensitivity,
a wide range of strategies in the pursuit of his/her studies,
an ability to operate effectively in a professional and academic environment.

Integrated assessment

The learner is required to submit a dissertation of international academic standard which reflect all aspects of the programme.