| Module Title |
Dissertation |
| Module Code |
CUS1018 (ITS: LC580) |
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Faculty |
SALIS |
School |
Humanities & Social Sciences |
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NFQ level |
9 |
Credit Rating |
25 |
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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.
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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
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Assignment Completion | 200 | Writing the thesis | | Independent Study | 250 | Preparatory research | | Directed learning | 25 | Working with Supervisor | | Independent Study | 250 | Source and read material required to write a literature review | | Independent Study | 25 | Source, review and assimilate peer reviewed and other materials related to dissertation topic |
| Total Workload: 750 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 11324 | Part of Term | Semester 1, 2 & 3 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC2 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Fiona Murphy | Module Teacher | Agnes Maillot |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| Extended Essay / Dissertation | MA Dissertation | 100% | n/a |
| 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
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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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
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
None
Articles:
None |
Other Resources
None |
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