Module: Dissertation

Module Specifications..

Current Academic Year 2023 - 2024

Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Dissertation
Module Code	LC301
School	SALIS
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Fiona Gallagher Semester 2: Fiona Gallagher Autumn: Fiona Gallagher
Module Teachers	Agnes Maillot Fiona Gallagher
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	15
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

None

Description

Learning Outcomes

1. Be able to critically evaluate the relevant literature for their dissertation.
2. Be able to apply data-gathering methods effectively through good organisation.
3. Be able to analyse and interpret data.
4. Be able to reflect on the research process.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Total Workload: 0

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

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

preparing the context
carrying out literature review

analysing data
using theoretical approach and appropriate method to analyse data

creating draft chapters
writing and reviewing draft chapters

dissertation
finalising document to create dissertation in an appropriate format

reflection
reflection on subjectivity and the research process

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Other Resources

None

Programme or List of Programmes

BSSCI	BA Social Sciences & Cultural Innovation
BSSCII	BA Social Sciences & Cultural Innovation
BSSCIN	BA Social Sciences & Cultural Innovation

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