MEC5415

Professional disputations (6 points)

(ENG)

Leader: D R Blackman

Offered:
Not offered in 2003.

Synopsis: The subject runs with an initial tutorial followed by two preliminary minor defences (responsions) in the first two years of their candidature and a final disputation in their final year. Students submit a written prospectus of their argument and orally defend it against attack by a panel of their peers and academics. Assessment is made by an appointed academic who attends the defence.

Assessment: Two oral presentations

Contact Hours: 13 hours study