Module Specifications.
Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025
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Date posted: September 2024
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Description The purpose of this module is to explore the doctoral research process from a writing perspective. During this module students will examine the literature review, the development of research questions, the nature and extent of original contribution, and skills and techniques required for doctoral level research and writing. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Consider and develop the relevant skills, techniques and strategies required to undertake research and writing in their chosen field (e.g. information management). 2. Identify relevant journals and conferences of high national and international standing in their field of study. 3. Review, evaluate and synthesize the body of literature relevant to their research. 4. Develop an understanding of what constitutes a contribution to knowledge, and how to articulate and defend that contribution. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Topic 1The doctorate degree and criteria used to evaluate doctorate researchTopic 2The literature review. Alternative forms (and objectives) of literature reviews.Topic 3Analysis the impact of prior work through the analysis of citations.Topic 4Developing and formulating research question(s).Topic 5Writing, positioning and presenting doctoral research.Topic 6The nature of 'original contribution(s)'. How to articulate (and claim) an 'original contribution'. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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