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This Dissertation module provides the student with the opportunity to undertake an original enquiry in a chosen area of professional practice. Through the module the student will be able to consolidate and extend their knowledge and understanding of research and evaluation design or of systematic literature reviews. They will be supported to develop the practical skills necessary to plan and carry out their chosen project. Students will be provided with an opportunity to identify major theoretical influences on their salient practice concerns and set these within a critical framework. Additionally, students will be encouraged to cultivate organisational and time management skills, which will be required to successfully accomplish the Dissertation. The Dissertation should be directly related to professional practice. Students will need to attend six planned Dissertation preparation sessions and will additionally be supported through the dissertation by a supervisor. Students will need to attend six planned Dissertation preparation sessions (running from week one for six weeks 2-5pm) and will additionally be supported through the dissertation by a supervisor.