Research
Research Methods (10 Credits at NFQ Level 9) If you currently hold a Level 8 Honours Degree, and are considering starting a Masters by Research in the future, then this single module would be of benefit to you. The aim of this module is to: • develop a systematic understanding of the role of research and of research methods; • develop specialised knowledge and skills in conducting research; • develop a critical awareness of the role of research in progressing theory and knowledge; • prepare the student for the completion of a Masters Dissertation; • enable students to engage in further self-directed study in research methodology. • Assist the student in the preparation of their research proposal for their preferred area of research. On successful completion of this module you will be able to: • demonstrate the role of research in Science, Humanities, Business and Engineering and its relationship to theory development • apply fundamental ethical principles in conducting research and be able to address ethical issues in any research project • analyse quantitative and qualitative data and critique different methods of analysis • conduct a literature review including the use of primary and secondary sources, internet and empirical databases • critically evaluate literature, identify gaps in existing knowledge and develop research questions • understand the importance of planning and management of research projects
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Duration
10 weeks – one evening per week, plus two Saturdays
Course Fee
€600 (this fee will be deducted from the cost of completing a Masters by Research if you chose to do so at Athlone Institute of Technology)
Masters by Research
Athlone Institute of Technology has delegated authority from HETAC to award its own Level 9 Master’s Degrees. The Department of Adult and Continuing Education is interested to consider proposals in the following areas: • Education (Higher Education) • Business and Management • Strategic Planning and Foresight • Educational Management • Lifelong Learning • Law Fees payable for a Masters by Research per annum are as follows (subject to change): EU STUDENTS Discipline Engineering/Science Business/Humanities
Total €4650 €4050
NON EU STUDENTS Discipline Engineering/Science Business/Humanities
Total €9000 €9000
Enquiries: Dr Michael Tobin, Head of Department, Adult and Continuing Education, AIT, Email: mtobin@ait.ie