TOUR08029 2022 Tourism and Event Research Project 2
Full Title
Tourism and Event Research Project 2
Transcript Title
Tourism & Event Research P2
Code
TOUR08029
Attendance
N/A %
Subject Area
TOUR - Tourism
Department
MKTS - Marketing, Tourism & Sport
Level
08 - NFQ Level 8
Credit
10 - 10 Credits
Duration
Semester
Fee
€
Start Term
2022 - Full Academic Year 2022-23
End Term
9999 - The End of Time
Author(s)
Mr. John Kelleher, James Hanrahan
Programme Membership
SG_BTEVM_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTOUR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
SG_BTOTR_H08 202200 Bachelor of Business (Honours) in Tourism with Event Management
Description
The aim of this module is to support each student to complete a research project on a selected topic. This research project is seen as an opportunity to consolidate the studies and learning achieved to date on the overall programme. Preparation for this subject will be undertaken during the module on Tourism Research Methods and Research Project 1. The topic selected, should be refined and written up as an annotated bibliography within the research proposal/introduction chapter and literature review chapter during Project 1. This will be fully investigated and in this module. The module consists of ongoing individual and group tutorial support. Each student will also be supported to develop an oral presentation on her/his work and be expected to present the research project to the research supervisors. Each individual student will complete the piece of work demonstration research methodology, analysis with conclusion and recommendations and must attend and present at peer reviewed workshops if requested.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
1.
Appraise and justify the use of the chosen research methodology previously outlined in research plan
2.
Carry out a piece of focussed research incorporating the design of a data collection tool (e.g. questionnaire incorporating quantitative and qualitative research questions) analysis and discussion of results on the basis of completed research proposal
3.
Work with a research project adviser to complete research project in accordance with research plan
4.
Presentation of research report to research project committee
Teaching and Learning Strategies
This module is largely selfdirected learning which is supervised by a research supervisor who will meet the student on a regular basis . As this module is at level 8 the allocated time per student is 30 min per week from the supervisor. The student is graded for student tutor mark which factors in the follwing components personal initiatives: Keeping appointment dates, Meeting agreed deadlines, Initiative, Student planning approach, Creativity.
Students will be required to demonstrate their research knowledge and competency through assessments of academic research and demonstrate the ability to evaluate and design a research tools for data collection (e.g. questionnaire incorporating quantitative and qualitative research questions).
Module Assessment Strategies
The Research Project 90%
Completing a piece of research The project should be typed and be between 12,000 and 14,000 words in length
Assessing research
Presentation Skills 10%
•· How to present data
•· Dealing with questions on research
•· Outlining the research process
Repeat Assessments
resubmission of project
Module Dependencies
Prerequisites
TOUR07029
Co-requisites
TOUR07019 201100 Research Project 1
Indicative Syllabus
Students will be required to write a research method chapter outlining and justifying the chosen research methods. (A copy of the final questionnaire will be included in appendices).
The methods used to analyse the data should be discussed and defended.
Carry out a piece of focussed research on the basis of completed research proposal/introduction.
Analyse and evaluate data produced in the study in context of the update and revised literature for RP1
Work with a research project adviser to complete research project. (Class discussion, reading, group activity, workshops).
Research project compiled, edited and presented
Presentation of research report to research project committee
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework & Continuous Assessment
100 %
Coursework Assessment
| Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Methodology | Project | Written Report/Essay | 20 % | Week 12 | 1,2,3 |
| 2 | Written Report Findings and discussion chapter in context of the revised and updated literature | Coursework Assessment | Written Report/Essay | 35 % | Week 10 | 1,2 |
| 3 | Written Report recomendations, conclusion chapter | Coursework Assessment | Written Report/Essay | 20 % | Week 10 | 1,2 |
| 4 | Written Report style and layout | Coursework Assessment | Written Report/Essay | 5 % | Week 10 | 1,2 |
| 5 | Continuous Assessment Oral | Coursework Assessment | Oral Exam/Presentation | 10 % | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4 |
| 6 | Project project management student/tutor work | Coursework Assessment | Performance Evaluation | 10 % | Week 12 | 1,2,3,4 |
Full Time Mode Workload
| Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Learning | Not Specified | research | 8 | Weekly | 8.00 |
| Directed Learning | Not Specified | Student Supervision | 0.5 | Weekly | 0.50 |
Total Full Time Average Weekly Learner Contact Time 0.50 Hours
Module Resources
Non ISBN Literary Resources
Altinay, L, Paraskevas, A and Jang S (2016) Planning Research in Hospitality and Tourism, UK, Routledge
Bell, J. and Waters, S. (2014) Doing your research project: a guide for first-time researchers. Sixth edition. Maidenhead: Open University Press.
Blaxter, L., Hughes, C. and Tight, M. (2010) How to research. 4th ed. Maidenhead: McGraw-Hill/Open University Press.
Duxbury N., Richards, G., (2019) The culumlative bibliography of the book A Research Agenda for Creative Tourism, Edward Elgar.
Brotherton, B (2015) Researching Hospitality & Tourism, 2 nd ed, LA, Sage
Brunt, P., Horner, S. and Semley, N., (2017). Research Methods In Tourism, Hospitality & Events Management. Los Angeles: Sage.
Easterby-Smith, M. et al. (2018) Management & business research. 6th edition. Los Angeles: SAGE.
Mason, P. (2014) Researching tourism, leisure and hospitality for your dissertation Oxford : Goodfellow Publishers
Botterill, D and Platenkamp, V (2012) Key concepts in tourism research , London: SAGE
Coles, T, Duval, TD and Shaw, G (2013) Writing Dissertations and Theses in Tourism Studies and related disciplines, UK, Routledge
Jennings, G (2011) Tourism Research, 2 nd ed, Australia, Wiley
Veal, AJ (2011) Research methods for leisure and tourism: a practical guide , 4 th ed, England : Prentice Hall
Jenny Phillimore, Lisa Goodson(2004) Qualitative Research in Tourism, Routledge
Edwards, A. & Talbot, R. (1999) The Hard-Pressed Researcher: A Research Handbook for the Caring Professions, New York: Longman
Sarantakos, S.(2004) Social Research, 3rd edition London: Palgrave
Fennell, D, A., (2006) Tourism Ethics, AOT, Channel View Publications.
Alister Mathieson and Geoffrey Wall (2006) Tourism Economic,Physical and Social Impacts, Longman Scientific and Technical
Page. S. (2006) Tourism Management, Butterwoth Heinemann.
Bickman, L., and Rog, D., (1998) Handbook of Applied Social Research Methods. Sage Publications.
Creswell, J. W., (1994) Research design: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches, Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.
Poynter, JM (1993) How to research and write a thesis in hospitality and tourism: a step-by-step guide for college stu dents, New York : Wiley
Blaxter, L., Hughes, C., Tight, M., (2000). How to Research. Open University Press
Other Resources
On line journals: Journal of Ecotourism, Annals of Tourism Research, Tourism Management, Insights, Tourism Ireland "Contact", Tourism News (ITIC) and all Failte Ireland and Tourism Ireland publications
Additional Information
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Journal Resources
URL Resources
Other Resources
On line journals: Journal of Ecotourism, Annals of Tourism Research, Tourism Management, Insights, Tourism Ireland "Contact", Tourism News (ITIC) and all Fáilte Ireland and Tourism Ireland publications
Additional Information
none