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Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

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Module Title
Module Code (ITS)
Faculty School
Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Fiona Murphy
Semester 2: Fiona Murphy
Autumn: Fiona Murphy
Module TeachersAgnes Maillot
Fiona Murphy
NFQ level 9 Credit Rating
Pre-requisite Not Available
Co-requisite Not Available
Compatibles Not Available
Incompatibles Not Available
Coursework Only
Resubmit dissertation
Description

The purpose of this module is to enable students to undertake independent research and present findings in a coherent way. Students will present an MA dissertation according to the highest standards of academic writing.

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify an original topic in the field of Refugee Studies
2. Present a relevant theoretical framework
3. Select and apply a specific methodology to the subject of their research
4. Construct an interpretation of selected material by way of analysis
5. Develop a sustained argument cognently and coherently in written form
6. Demonstrate appropriate bibliographic skills



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Assignment Completion200Writing the thesis
Independent Study250Preparatory research
Total Workload: 450

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

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment% Examination Weight%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
Extended Essay / DissertationMA Dissertation100%n/a
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