Module Code - Title:
CT6002
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DISSERTATION 2 (CLINICAL THERAPIES)
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
CT6002 is one of two dissertation modules on the MSc in Clinical Therapies created to allow students who have progressed from the PGDip in Clinical Therapies the opportunity to undertake a research project.
Syllabus:
Students undertake a research project where they design, undertake, analyse and disseminate the results of a study in an area identified in conjunction with a supervisor. There are no formal lecture or teaching sessions, and meetings are arranged between the student and the supervisor directly.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
On completion of the MSc Clinical Therapies, students will be able to;
- Promote evidence based practice in their specific profession.
- Critically appraise and evaluate the evidence base in their specific profession
- Effect change management in their workplace
- Apply the principles of reflective practice
- Produce a relevant piece of work that enhances the knowledge base of their profession
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
On completion of the MSc Clinical Therapies, students will be able to;
- Demonstrate ethically based professional actions.
- Demonstrate actions that support self-determination of all clients.
- Critically evaluate health and welfare legislation and se
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
On completion of the MSc Clinical Therapies, students will be able to;
- Make decisions with reference to evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning.
- Collaborate and co-operate with other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary teamwork envi
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
This is a self-directed learning process, with guidance and advice from the supervisor. Students are free to identify their own area of interest, and design their own individual research question.
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
n/a
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Module Leader:
sarah.dillon@ul.ie