Module Code - Title:
EQ4907
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PROJECT 1 (EQUINE SCIENCE)
Year Last Offered:
2023/4
Hours Per Week:
Grading Type:
N
Prerequisite Modules:
Rationale and Purpose of the Module:
The Project 1 Module is prequisite for Project 2 module and forms a core part of the BSc (Equine Science) Degree programme
Syllabus:
Introduction to the project; definition of its purpose, scope, requisites. Introduction to methodologies for undertaking primary and secondary research. Development of initial thesis and research design; directives for refining the initial research idea and for conducting research. Development of a literature review and outline of materials and methods relevant to a specific research project
Learning Outcomes:
Cognitive (Knowledge, Understanding, Application, Analysis, Evaluation, Synthesis)
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Identify literature relevant to the selected research project.
Define a research topic.
Interpret and review the literature relevant to the research task
Affective (Attitudes and Values)
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Value the significance of the contribution of research to solving problems.
Psychomotor (Physical Skills)
On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Deliver analysis of scientific research papers to peers
Organise and present in written format the relevant research findings
Compile and submit a literature and outline of materials and methods review relevant to their own particular project
How the Module will be Taught and what will be the Learning Experiences of the Students:
Lectures, seminars and tutorials
Research Findings Incorporated in to the Syllabus (If Relevant):
As appropriate
Prime Texts:
Hart, Chris (2002)
Doing a Literature Review
, Sage, London
Other Relevant Texts:
Frazer, L and Lawley, M (2000)
Questionnaire Design and administration
, New York: Wiley
Programme(s) in which this Module is Offered:
Semester - Year to be First Offered:
Autumn
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08/09
Module Leader:
bridget.younge@ul.ie