PERF08041 2013 Dissertation
Full Title
Dissertation
Transcript Title
Dissertation
Code
PERF08041
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
PERF - 0215 Performing Arts
Department
HUMA - Humanities
Level
08 - Level 8
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2013 - Full Academic Year 2013-14
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Rhona Trench, Una Mannion
Programme Membership
SG_APERF_H08 201300 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Performing Arts
SG_APERF_K08 201700 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Performing Arts
SG_APERF_H08 201900 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Performing Arts
SG_ADESJ_H08 202500 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Design for Stage and Screen
SG_APERF_H08 202400 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Performing Arts
Description
The aim of this module is to provide learners with the opportunity to carry out independent research and to submit a written researched document of 6,000-8,000 words in an area related to the performing arts. Dissertations can be practice based involving designing, directing or performing a piece of theatre which serves as the basis of the research; the research can be based on a research question investigated through primary research/studies undertaken by the learner; or, the research can be wholly based on secondary research. Dissertations will demonstrate ability to source information within a designed framework or methodology, contextualise research, engage in critical analysis, and present findings.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
define a research problem or question
2.
to consider varying methodological approaches and to adopt framework suitable to topic being researched
3.
to employ primary and secondary research strategies
4.
produce and present a research dissertation proposal, defining area of research and rationale, outlining the value of this research
5.
read widely and critically reflect on literature, demonstrating knowledge of current scholarship and debates in specified area
6.
produce a dissertation that evaluates and synthesises written materials and displays evidence of independent research skills
7.
discuss and present research objectives, methods, findings and conclusions and engage in interactive discussion of the work, answering questions, calrifying points and defending the work
8.
coordinate interaction and communication with external groups connected to the research in the form of interviews, focus groups, questionnaires etc
Module Assessment Strategies
The dissertation is a sustained research document but marks are awarded throughout the process for proposal, first draft, final draft and oral presentation of research. Dissertation is marked by supervisor and second reader.
Indicative Syllabus
Introduction to Dissertation
Narrowing/Focusing research topic
Research Methodologies
Dissertation proposal
Structuring the research
Ethical considerations
Literature Review/Contextualisation
Analysis of findings
Structure of submitted document
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project dissertation proposal | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 5 % | Week 3 | 1,2,3,4,7 |
| 2 | Project Dissertation first draft | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 10 % | Week 9 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 |
| 3 | Project Dissertation | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 70 % | Week 15 | 1,2,3,4,5,6,8 |
| 4 | Project Presentation & Viva | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 15 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,5,6,7,8 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seminar | Flat Classroom | Dissertation Workshops | 2 | Fortnightly | 1.00 |
| Directed Learning | Not Specified | advisor meetings | 1 | Fortnightly | 0.50 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 0.50 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Performing Arts Dissertation Handbook
Barrett, Estelle abd Barbara Bolt, Practice as Research: Approaches to Creative Arts Inquiry (Tauris, 2007)
Smith, Hazel and Roger Dean, Practice-led Research, Research-led Practice in the Creative Arts (Research Methods for the Arts and Humanities) (Ediniburgh UP, 2009)
Sullivan, Graeme, Art Practice as Research: Inquiry in the Visual Arts (Sage, 2010)
Ackroyd, Judith, Research Methodologies for Drama Education (Trentham, 2006)
Other Resources
None