Module: Dissertation

Latest Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title	Dissertation
Module Code	CUS1012 (ITS: LC301)
Faculty	Humanities & Social Sciences	School	SALIS
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	15

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.

Total Workload: 0

Section Breakdown
CRN	10315	Part of Term	Semester 1 & 2
Coursework	100%	Examination Weight	0%
Grade Scale	40PASS	Pass Both Elements	N
Resit Category	RC1	Best Mark	N
Module Co-ordinator	Fiona Gallagher	Module Teacher	Agnes Maillot

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assessment Breakdown

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; RC1: A resit is available for both^* components of the module. RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module. RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element. ^* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment

Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

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

Indicative Reading List

Books:
None

Articles:
None

Other Resources

None