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NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 20
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
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Description

In this module the student will gain experience in carrying out research on a project in the area of Environmental Science and Health

Learning Outcomes

1. Plan and undertake research, working as an individual, to achieve a greater understanding of an environmental problem or topic.
2. Use advanced laboratory instrumentation and/or computing tools to achieve the project aim.
3. Maintain an accurate and clear record of the research findings on a daily basis.
4. Communicate the results of the project to an audience by oral presentation.
5. Report the results of the research in a written thesis demonstrating an understanding of the results and the conclusions drawn.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Laboratory500research
Total Workload: 500

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

A research project will be chosen by the student

The project will be carried out over a 12 week period.

On completion of the project, the student will present their findings both in an oral presentation and in a written report following guidlines provided

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Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
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