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Current Academic Year 2025 - 2026

Module Title Project 1
Module Code SPO1032 (ITS: SS326)
Faculty Health & Human Performance School Science & Health
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 5
Description

Student will learn how to conduct a scientific literature search, how to structure and reference scientific writing, and how to verbally communicate scientific information.

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate the ability to access relevant up-to-date, scientific information from the primary literature, collate the information and write an overview of the subject chosen.
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3. Demonstrate oral and written communication skills in presenting and discussing their literature review with peers and supervisors.


WorkloadFull time hours per semester
TypeHoursDescription
Lecture10Introductory lectures
Group work30Working together as a group towards project objectives
Online activity10Sourcing relevant information
Lecture20Weekly meetings with supervisor
Independent Study55Writing, presentation preparation, data analysis, dissemination of information
Total Workload: 125
Section Breakdown
CRN21068Part of TermSemester 2
Coursework0%Examination Weight0%
Grade Scale40PASSPass Both ElementsY
Resit CategoryRC1Best MarkN
Module Co-ordinatorKevin O'BrienModule TeacherEimear Holland, Robin Taylor
Assessment Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
EssayLiterature review on specific topic90%Week 30
Performance evaluationSupervisor mark10%Week 30
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

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Indicative Reading List

Books:
  • Jerry R. Thomas, Jack K. Nelson, Stephen J. Silverman: 2005, Research methods in physical activity, Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, 0736056203


Articles:
None
Other Resources

None

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