SPOL41040

Learning Outcomes:

Students will have learned how to :
- devise a good research question
- design and complete a substantial research project
- develop deep knowledge in their chosen field of study
- strengthen critical and analytical thinking abilities
- write effectively, clearly, in a well-organised fashion.

Indicative Module Content:

The substantive content depends on each student's chosen area of study

Student Effort Hours:

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:

Independent research and self-guided learning;
discussion with thesis supervisor leading to self-reflective and critical learning;
overall guidance from thesis supervisor.



Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not taught nor used in this module. In line with the UCD Academic Integrity Policy generative AI may only be used in assignments if transparently reported for which tasks AI was used. If detected without reporting, assignments are graded with an E or lower.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Learning Requirements:

Students have to submit a thesis proposal in week 8 of the Spring term (after reading week).

Students have to attend two tutorials in the Spring trimester to prepare and discuss the thesis proposal (week 2 & 9).

Module Requisites and Incompatibles

Equivalents:
MPP Thesis (CSSL40150)


 

Assessment Strategy

 

Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Meetings with thesis supervisor, feedback provided on written work in progress.