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Slaying the beast: Writing, learning and experiencing in a post-dissertation world

Hoon, W. (2018) Slaying the beast: Writing, learning and experiencing in a post-dissertation world. Journal of Writing in Creative Practice. 11(2), 305 - 312. 1753-5190.

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Abstract:
This article looks at the motivation behind the removal of the final-year dissertation from the fashion, textiles and footwear undergraduate programmes at the University of Northampton. The removal process was not straightforward and occurred over a number of years and through a process of ‘mini actions’ that in large part were driven by student response to changes implemented by the programme team. The title ‘Slaying the beast: Writing, learning and experiencing in a post-dissertation world’ is intended to suggest both the iconic status the final-year dissertation within undergraduate study has and methods of engagement that can be used to replace this set-piece academic exercise. The discussion is organized under five sections with offer reflections on the process and issues involved in this transition, each with a title that is designed to capture the experience: Identifying the beast; Taking aim; The misery of choice; To B or not to B; Taking down the beast; Burying the beast; and finally Looking back on the quest.
Creators:
Hoon, W.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
Faculties > Faculty of Arts, Science & Technology > Design & Photography
Date:
1 September 2018
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
305 - 312
Journal or Publication Title:
Journal of Writing in Creative Practice
Volume:
11
Number:
2
Number of Pages:
8
Language:
English
DOI:
10.1386/jwcp.11.2.305_1
ISSN:
1753-5190
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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