Registry
Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
| Module Title |
Dissertation |
| Module Code |
LC420 |
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School |
SALIS |
Online Module Resources
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
15 |
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Pre-requisite |
None |
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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Description
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In this module students write a 10,000 word dissertation, with supervision, on a topic related to English studies or intercultural studies.
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Learning Outcomes |
1. Present results in a clear and lucid manner
2. Articulate and apply appropriate theoretical concepts
3. Demonstrate his/her capacity to present a relevant methodology
4. Write in an appropriate academic style and in fluent and accurate English
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
| Type |
Hours |
Description |
| Seminars | 12 | Presentation and discussion of research process | | Assignment | 85 | Writing of dissertation | | Lecturer-supervised learning (contact) | 3 | Guidance and discussion of research project undertaken for dissertation | | Library | 275 | Researching topic of dissertation | | Total Workload: 375 |
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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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Teaching & Learning Methods.
Group workshops on the Introduction to Research Methodologies.
Group workshops on Research Design issues.
Group workshops on Academic Writing.
Group workshops in Library Software use.
Meetings with Dissertation Supervisors.
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| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
| Course Work Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
| Project | Students have to complete a 10,000 word dissertation under the guidance of a specific supervisor. The purpose of the dissertation is to enable students to develop their investigative and analytical skills, and to undertake independent research under supervision. Students will be required to demonstrate competence in the critical study of their chosen topic and lucidity in the presentation of the results. | 100% | Sem 2 End |
| 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 |
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Indicative Reading List
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- Bell, J.: 2005, Doing your research project, Available as e-book, Open University Press, Berkshire,
- Holliday, A.: 2007, Doing and Writing Qualitative Research, 2nd, Sage, London,
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Other Resources
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None |
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Array |
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| ENGLIC | BA Languages for Int. Communication(Eng) |
| LIC | BA Languages for Int. Communication |
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for LC420 |
| Date of Last Revision | 20-SEP-11 |
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