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On successful completion of this module students should be able to:
Explain the origins of the Irish political system and the characteristics and roles of different Irish political institutions.
Discuss the underlying causes of ‘The Troubles’, the development of the Northern Ireland peace process, the strengths and weaknesses of the 1998 peace agreement, and the development of politics in the region over the last 25 years.
Source high-quality relevant academic research, analyse and critically engage with the arguments made in this scholarship. They should also be able to independently complete assigned tasks by following instructions, engaging in teamwork, and communicating clearly.
We will examine important political institutions including, the Oireachtas, political parties, elections and referendums. We will also examine the Northern Ireland peace process, looking at 'The Troubles', peace negotiations, the 1998 peace agreement, and its impact on Northern Ireland politics.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Seminar (or Webinar) | 22 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 200 |
Total | 222 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Presentation: Group presentation which examines how academic research on Irish politics can help us to gain a better understanding of a recent news story. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Graded | No | 30 |
Assignment: Complete essay preparation worksheet. | Throughout the Trimester | n/a | Pass/Fail Grade Scale | No | 10 |
Essay: List of essay questions and further details will be provided on the course outline. | Week 12 | n/a | Graded | No | 60 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | No |
• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
In line with university regulations, feedback will be provided within 20 days of the deadline for submitting the assignment. Further details are provided on the module outline and in class.