Module Details
Module Code: |
THES H4404 |
Module Title:
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Thesis
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Title:
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Thesis
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Eileen Doyle
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Module Author:: |
Carmel Maher
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Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to guide the learners through the process of writing an honours degree thesis from developing a thesis statement to the presentation of the final document.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Formulate a research proposal appropriate for an Honours Degree thesis in a design related subject area. |
LO2 |
Plan and time manage independent research and present it in a thesis format. |
LO3 |
Locate, record and evaluate a range of primary and secondary research material such as books, reports, peer reviewed journals, etc using a range of library facilities such as catalogues, online databases and the World Wide Web. |
LO4 |
Develop a sustained and coherent argument in a design related subject area supported by critical evaluation, analysis and synthesis of a
range of appropriate evidence within a defined word limit. |
LO5 |
Apply the language, styles and conventions of academic writing to their writing. Use quotations and illustrations to support an argument and the Harvard referencing system. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Thesis Proposal Development
The learner will be guided in the preparation of a proposal appropriate for an Honours Degree design thesis. This will include identifying an appropriate framework to structure the thesis, the role of theory and primary analysis, assessing feasibility in terms of time and resources and identification of appropriate resources.
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Thesis Research and Writing
Planning and time management, Use of library facilities and evaluating resources, Developing a thesis statement/position, Writing a critical essay, Academic style, Structuring the chapters and discussion, Integrating evidence, Harvard referencing, Thesis presentation, editing and redrafting, Criterion for assessment.
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Thesis Supervision
Each learner will be assigned to a design lecturer with whom he/she will meet on a weekly basis for guidance on the preparation of their thesis.
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Design Studio
Design Studio - a dedicated space designed to allow for studio based learning. This space is specific to a particular learning group. While used to deliver studio-based education the space is available to be used outside the time frame of the working day. It provides a safe learner driven, peer-reviewed environment, supported on a one-to-one basis. It supports the synthesis of parallel concurrent modular knowledge, skills and competency with prior learning & personal aesthetic judgement, to resolve specific design research question/s.
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Computer/Plotters/Printers
Computers/Plotters/Printers – in this year each learner requires the use of a personal computer of suitable specification to run software used on the design programme. There should be access to the internet and the IT Carlow library databases, Blackboard and Turnitin.There should be access to printing and plotting facilities in order to complete final deliverables.
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Software
Software on student PCs - Microsoft Office software and a recent version of EndNote referencing software.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 100.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
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.
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Reassessment Description Resubmission of Final Thesis
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) |
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Contact |
Thesis Supervision: 0.25 hours per student per week.
Class lectures will be delivered at key instructional stages in the module. |
Every Week |
0.25 |
0.25 |
Assignment |
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Non Contact |
Thesis: Independent Learning |
Per Semester |
10.00 |
250 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
0.25 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Burbach, R. Lennon, R. Raftery, D.. (2010), Credit Where Credit is Due, IT Carlow, Carlow.
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Inger Mewburn,Katherine Firth,Shaun Lehmann. How to Fix Your Academic Writing Trouble, [ISBN: 0335243320].
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Brown, B., Buchanan, R.,DiSalvo, C.,
Doordan, D. and Margolin, V.. Thesis Relevant Articles, Design Issues.
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Design Studies Forum. Thesis Relevant Articles, Design and Culture.
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Cross, N.. Thesis Relevant Articles, Design Studies.
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Chen, L.. Thesis Relevant Articles, International Journal of Design.
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Atkinson, P.. Thesis Relevant Articles, The Design Journal.
| Other Resources |
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Open Universities Australia. (2016), Learning Lab, Melbourne, RMIT University,,
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