Utilise the
Essay Questions below (and as indicated in the unit guide). While the essay
questions are provided for you, you should demonstrate why this question is
puzzling (based on your own understanding of the readings and research you have
conducted) from the outset.
Question: In what way is the
globalisation of finance a political phenomenon requiring political analysis?
2000 words
minimum 7 sources
(minimum 4 sources required from my reading)
Please use some of my reading that I provided. At lease 4.
Research and References
The aim of a research essay is to demonstrate your
understanding and critical engagement with the core readings in this
course AND to go beyond the required readings by
conducting independent research. As a general guide, I would recommend you utilize a
minimum of four sources from the course’s Required
Readings list in addition to the sources you will have found through your own
independent research. When using any source, ensure you use these in a substantive
manner – in other words, don’t just list 15-20 sources to fill up a
page of references. You must have cited these references in-text and used
effectively to develop your argument.
For further readings, the ‘suggested for further
reading’ list might be a useful place to start. Using library resources, both
paper and electronic, will be essential for a successful essay. Essays that
rely on only a few sources will lose marks. It is vital to reference throughout
your essay – ie. the sources for ALL your ideas and information, in addition to
quotations. This is crucial in order to assess the quality of your
work. Failure to reference is tantamount to plagiarism. Essays
without references or bibliography or with inadequate referencing will be
returned unmarked.
You are welcome to use either in-text or footnotes
referencing styles. The main point is that whichever referencing system you
choose, do it properly and consistently.