Module Code - Title:
PO5003
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DISSERTATION (MA IN POLITICS)
Year Last Offered:
2026/7
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
The aim of the MA Politics dissertation module is to generate an independent piece of research -
Syllabus:
During the module the student produces a dissertation of 10,000-12,000 words under the supervision of a supervisor. The topic is chosen after consultation from a range of 'special' areas offered by the department. When entering the programme, students will receive the exact dates and guidelines for submitting their proposals and their final dissertation.
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
Learn how to develop a sound research designLearn how to plan, organise and carry out a research projectCollect, analyse and discuss relevant dataConstruct a coherent argument linked to testable hypotheses
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
Improve time-managementCritically re-assess workDemonstrate a professional work ethic
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
Interpret statistical datasets
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
there is no teaching during the module. Students will have learned about research design in the previous two modules on research methodology
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Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
MASTER OF ARTS IN POLITICS
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Summer
Module Leader:
conor.little@ul.ie