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Upon completion of this module students should be able to demonstrate:
i. In-depth understanding of an advanced research topic, with the generation of new data / information / insight relating to the topic in order to advance the current state-of-the-art.
ii. Ability to undertake an academic study in a self-directed and professional manner.
iii. Aptitude to analyse and present the results of the scientific investigation accurately using statistical analysis appropriate to the properties of the data collected.
iv. Logical and valid conclusions based on the results of their data analysis.
v. Understanding of the implications of their research findings within the context of nutrition and human health.
vi. Effective research communication skills, with an appreciation of how knowledge must be adapted to suit the audience.
Introduction to the Final Year Research Project
• Outline of expectations / key deadlines
• Good research practice and research ethics requirements
• Review Guidelines for the Final Year Research Project
Introduction to Excel as a tool for research
Advanced Excel Skills for Research
Data management
Statistical analysis
Scientific writing for Final Year Research Projects
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 14 |
Project Supervision | 12 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 180 |
Total | 206 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Continuous Assessment: Supervisors Mark (based on scientific effort, weekly reports and/or meetings with supervisor) | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 10 |
Continuous Assessment: First draft of Thesis - Draft will be reviewed by the project supervisor | Week 8 | n/a | Graded | No | 20 |
Presentation: Final Project Presentation to the class and academic staff. | Week 11 | n/a | Graded | No | 10 |
Project: Final research project paper / systematic review | Week 12 | n/a | Graded | Yes | 60 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Autumn | No |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
Your project supervisor will provide feedback in relation to your project at project meetings. Students should schedule regular project meetings with supervisors / designate. The supervisor will provide feedback relating to the First Draft of the Final Year Project Paper.
Name | Role |
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Dr Silvia Bel-Serrat | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor Lorraine Brennan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor Clare Corish | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Emma Feeney | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor Eileen Gibney | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Breige McNulty | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Amy Mullee | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Celine Murrin | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Assoc Professor Sharleen O'Reilly | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Aifric O'Sullivan | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Dr Clare Reynolds | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
Professor Helen Roche | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |