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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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The purpose of this module is to assist students in developing their dissertation proposals to a point where they can direct their own research (albeit with the option to consult with a dissertation supervisor). The module allows students to properly conceptualise their dissertation, identifying a core research question, a rationale for pursuing that question and a range of methods appropriate to their question. This module is run in a context where one-third of the overall marks for students undertaking the MA in Film and Television Studies are awarded for the dissertation alone. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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1. Clearly identify and describe the subject of their dissertation 2. Identify research methodologies appropriate to the question(s) raised by their chosen topic. 3. List the range of information resources upon which their literature review will be based. 4. Draw up a research outline, breaking down the research process into discrete stages. 5. Allocate specific blocks of time to various elements of the research process. 6. Identify whether their chosen topic is pragmatic - i.e. whether it can be completed within the temporal, financial and informational constraints likely to be faced in taking on said topic. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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Doing a dissertation - introduction. Outline of exemplary models for theses structures and criteria for assessment. Discussion of role of key thesis elements: introduction, literature review, methodology, data collection, analysis and discussion, conclusion/summary.. Choosing a topic. How to move from a general subject area to a well conceptualised and clearly defined research question.. From research outline to research design to research schedule.. How to identify key data required to address core research question(s), where to find data and how to schedule the research taking into account the available financial and temporal resources.. In-class critique. Presentation of draft outlines of the "what, why and how" of the dissertation for class discussion/progressive critique.. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| MTV | MA in Film and Television Studies | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for CM533 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of Last Revision | 08-OCT-10 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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