Module: Dissertation

Latest Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title	Dissertation
Module Code	CUS1018 (ITS: LC580)
Faculty	Humanities & Social Sciences	School	SALIS
NFQ level	9	Credit Rating	25

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

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2. Identify an original topic in the field of Refugee Studies
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7. Present a relevant theoretical framework
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12. Select and apply a specific methodology to the subject of their research
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17. Construct an interpretation of selected material by way of analysis
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22. Develop a sustained argument cognently and coherently in written form
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27. Demonstrate appropriate bibliographic skills
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*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full time hours per semester
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

Section Breakdown
CRN	11324	Part of Term	Semester 1, 2 & 3
Coursework	100%	Examination Weight	0%
Grade Scale	40PASS	Pass Both Elements	N
Resit Category	RC2	Best Mark	N
Module Co-ordinator	Fiona Murphy	Module Teacher	Agnes Maillot

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assessment Breakdown
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

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

Indicative Reading List

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