Module Details

Module Code: EDUC8037
Title: Dissertation: Implementation
Long Title: Dissertation: Implementation
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2023/24 ( January 2024 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 10
Field of Study: 8130 - Sports and Recreation
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This dissertation module ensures the student has an in-depth knowledge of the research process including its theoretical foundation and fundamental protocols. This stage of the dissertation completes the data collection and analysis from the previous Research Dissertation module (i.e. Research Phase) for which a research plan and extensive literature review have been completed. Primary research will be conducted, results analysed and a completed research thesis will be written up and presented.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Collect and collate data in a rigorous, scientific and ethical manner.
LO2 Perform qualitative and/or quantitative analysis on data-sets collected.
LO3 Discuss findings from the research based on previous relevant literature
LO4 Present the research undertaken in written form that illustrates appropriate academic referencing, formatting and scholarly writing.
LO5 Demonstrate the skills necessary to engage effectively in the research process and implement the research plan.
LO6 Orally present and defend their research findings and conclusions.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Conduct independent research
The student will undertake a detailed investigation of a topic specifically related to the sport, exercise and leisure industry having already carried out an extensive literature review.
Research Methodologies
Development and justification of an appropriate and clearly constructed research methodology.
Data collection
Demonstrate a well managed collation of data either through fieldwork research or other methods. Ethical principles are adhered to throughout the process.
Academic research and empirical findings
Thorough analysis of data and comprehensive analysis of findings, clear relevant and well argued conclusions which demonstrates the ability to relate theory to practice.
Discussion & Conclusion
Key findings are discussed in relation to previous literature carried out in the area.
Management of a research project
The student must display a high standard of academic writing which is clearly presented, and uses appropriate referencing. A final thesis will be submitted with abstract, review of literature, methodology, discussion, conclusion chapters.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Other % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Student as researcher: assessed by weekly meetings with supervisor to determine student engagement with the dissertation topic.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 60
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Abstract, Introduction, Literature review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, Conclusion, Referencing
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 4,6
Assessment Description
Oral and poster presentation on the project
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Lab class supporting and facilitating student learning Every Week 1.00 1
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Weekly meeting with assigned research supervisor Every Week 0.33 0.33
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent research Every Week 12.67 12.67
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.33
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Lab class supporting and guiding student learning Every Week 1.00 1
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact Weekly meeting with assigned research supervisor Every Week 0.33 0.33
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent research, study and learning Every Week 12.67 12.67
Total Hours 14.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 14.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.33
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Thomas, J.R., Nelson, J.K., Silverman, S.J.. (2015), Research Methods in Physical Activity - 6th Edition, 7th Ed. Human Kinetics, Champaign, IL, [ISBN: 9781450470445].
  • Pallant, J.. (2013), SPSS Suvival Manual, 5th. McGraw Hill, Berkshire, England, [ISBN: 978033562588].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Levin, P.. (2005), Excellent dissertations!, Open University Press, Maidenhead, [ISBN: 9780335218226].
  • Creswell, J.W.. (2009), Research design, Sage Publications, Thousand Oaks, Calif., [ISBN: 1412965578].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Manual, Burns, C. (2015), BBus Sport and Exercise Dissertation Management Handbook, Cork, Cork Institute of Technology.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BSPRT_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Sport & Exercise Management 8 Mandatory
CR_BSPTE_8 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Sport and Exercise 2 Mandatory