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Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title Research Project
Module Code CM389
School School of Communications
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Module Co-ordinatorSemester 1: Des McGuinness
Semester 2: Des McGuinness
Autumn: Des McGuinness
NFQ level 8 Credit Rating 10
Pre-requisite None
Co-requisite None
Compatibles None
Incompatibles None
Description
This module prepares students to devise and complete an independent academic project. In the first half of the module students will work on drafting a specific research proposal. In the second half students will implement that proposal and report each week on their progress. The module concludes with a formal presentation of the projects and findings to the class and invited lecturers.

Learning Outcomes
1. Apply the knowledge acquired over the duration of the BA programme to develop a research project.
2. Conduct a significant piece of independent written research.
3. Demostrate a knowledge of the literature relevant to the research topic.
4. Develop a research methodology appropriate to the research topic.
5. Present work in progress in an effective manner outlined by the lecturer.
6. Benefit from feedback from the lecturer and peers of work in progress.
7. Discern the ethical issues involved in the project and act accordinly.



Workload Full-time hours per semester
Type Hours Description
Lecture22Weekly sessions
Independent learning time98Research and reading
Assignment60Developing a research proposal
Assignment70Writing & researching a research project
Total Workload: 250

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
Elements of a Research Project.
Elements of a Research Project.

Research Project Preparation.
Research Project Preparation.

Conducting a Literature Review.
Conducting a Literature Review.

Choosing an Appropriate Methodology.
Choosing an Appropriate Methodology.

Project Progress Report.
Project Progress Report.

Oral Presentations.
Oral Presentations.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment100% Examination Weight0%
Course Work Breakdown
TypeDescription% of totalAssessment Date
AssignmentDevelop a research proposal30%n/a
AssignmentWritten Research Project60%n/a
AssignmentOral Presentation of project and findings.10%n/a
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
This module is category 1
Indicative Reading List
  • David Deacon... [et al.]: 2007, Researching Communications, 0340926996
  • Bell, Judith: 2005, Doing Your Research Project: a guide for first time researchers in education, health and social science, Open University Press,
Other Resources
None
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CSBA in Communication Studies
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