Module Code - Title:
PO5003
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DISSERTATION (MA IN POLITICS)
Year Last Offered:
2025/6
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
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
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Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
Semester(s) Module is Offered:
Summer
Module Leader:
conor.little@ul.ie