Module: Dissertation

Latest Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title	Dissertation
Module Code	EDU1003 (ITS: AP705)
Faculty	Arts Education & Movement	School	DCU Institute of Education
NFQ level	9	Credit Rating	10

Description

This is the 5th module in the Ethical and Multi-D Cert/Diploma pathway and is focused on research. The students will receive input on research methods in the area of values and comparative religious education in schools. They will develop a thesis proposal and proceed to develop and complete a research thesis.

Learning Outcomes

1. To develop an indepth knowledge of research issues in the area of ethical and multi-denominational education.
2. To explore the areas of most significant concern for research purposes in ethical and multi-d education.
3. To comprehend the relation between theory and practice in this area of education and to formulate a proposal for research.
4. To develop a thesis specifically focused on a particular relevent theme and to make an original contribution to knowledge in this area of education.

Total Workload: 0

Section Breakdown
CRN	10001	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	Jones Irwin	Module Teacher

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assessment Breakdown
Extended Essay / Dissertation	n/a	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

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