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Module Specifications

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

Module Title	Dissertation - Intercultural
Module Code	LC430
School	SALIS
Online Module Resources
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	15
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

In this module students write a 10,000 word dissertation, with supervision, on a topic related to intercultural studies

Learning Outcomes

1. Develop his/her ability to present results in a clear and lucid manner.
2. Articulate and apply appropriate theories.
3. Demonstrate his/her capacity to present a relevant methodology.
4. Write in an appropriate academic style.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Seminars	12	Presentation and discussion of research methodology
Independent learning time	85	Conducting research and writing dissertation under tutor's supervision
Lecturer supervised learning	3	Guidance and discussion of research project undertaken for dissertation
Library	275	Researching topic for 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

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Teaching & Learning Methods.
Group workshops on the introduction to research methodologies.

Group workshops on research design issues.
Research methods.

Academic writing.
Library resources.

Each student will consult with their supervisor on the preparation of their dissertation proposal.
Each student will have three consultation meetings with their supervisor to discuss their work and elicit feedback on one chapter.

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	30%	Examination Weight	70%

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%	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

Bell, J.: 2005, Doing Your Research Project, available as e-book, Open University Press, Berkshire,
Holliday, A.: 2007, Doing and Writing qualitative Research, 2nd Ed, Sage, London,

Other Resources

None

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Programme or List of Programmes

ALIS

BA in Applied Language and Intercultural

ALISI

BA in Applied Languages & Intercultural

LIC

BA Languages for Int. Communication

Timetable this semester: Timetable for LC430

Date of Last Revision