| CODE | MID5021 | |||||||||
| TITLE | Dissertation | |||||||||
| UM LEVEL | 05 - Postgraduate Modular Diploma or Degree Course | |||||||||
| MQF LEVEL | 7 | |||||||||
| ECTS CREDITS | 80 | |||||||||
| DEPARTMENT | Midwifery | |||||||||
| DESCRIPTION | This study-unit is targeted for students conducting their dissertation. A comprehensive critical review of relevant literature is undertaken on a topic of their choice, which is relevant for Midwifery practice and education. The most appropriate methodology to answer the research question/s are formulated, selected and implemented, to enable the collection and analysis of data. The results obtained are compared and contrasted with existing research findings, both from a local and international perspective. The strengths and limitations of their research are identified and conclusions and recommendations from the research are drawn out.The study-unit also addresses ways of integrating the empirical data into the wider context of the area studied through publications in peer-reviewed journals. Study-unit Aims: This unit aims to provide students with an opportunity: - to develop understanding and application of research designs and procedures appropriate to realising a dissertation in midwifery; - to recognise ethical issues associated with research and if appropriate submit an ethics application to the University Research Ethics Committee; - to undertake an in-depth study in a focused area of midwifery; - to produce a substantial research report based on own research and to present the findings to his/her peers; - to add to the research base of midwifery; - to critically review evidence associated with a particular area of midwifery; and - to construct a project and research objectives worthy of attention and which can be realised given the available resources. Learning Outcomes: 1. Knowledge & Understanding By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - critically review the literature on a particular area of interest in midwifery; - identify a project and research objectives worthy of attention in an area of midwifery and which can be realised given the available resources; - identify ethical issues and submit a complete ethics application to the University Research Ethics Committee; - integrate and apply the knowledge, understanding and skills acquired during the programme to the realisation of the research objectives; and - report and present the findings of the research in the manner specified by the Board of Studies of the programme. 2. Skills By the end of the study-unit the student will be able to: - evaluate the results of other researchers on the subject of the dissertation; - analyse ethical issues in research within the field and respond to them appropriately; - evaluate and justify his/her chosen methodological approach; - critically evaluate and analyse current literature relevant to the research problem; - present findings to peers and debate findings and related issues; - plan and implement a research project; - present information in a succinct, accurate and logical way using scientific styles; - produce a completed research dissertation; - engage confidently in scientific debate with others; - reflect on the quality of his/her work; and - use software that is appropriate for the identified research approach and design. Main Text/s and any supplementary readings: - Cluett, E.R., & Bluff, R. (2006). Principles and Practice of Research in Midwifery. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone. - Cresswell, J. W. (2009). Research Design. 3rd ed. London: Sage. - Dancey, C. P. & Reidy, J. (2004). Statistics without maths for psychology (3rd ed.). London: Prentice Hall. - Lavender,T., Edwards, G., & Alfirevic, Z. (2004). Demystifying Qualitative Research in - Pregnancy and Childbirth. Wiltshire: Quay Books. - Mayring, P. Huber, G.L., Gurtler, L. & Kiegelmann M.(Eds.). (2007). Mixed Methodology in Psychological Research. Sense Publishers: Rotterdam. - Oppenheim, A.N. (2000) Questionnaire Design. New York: Continuum International Pub. Group. - Pallant, J. (2010). SPSS Survival Manual. London: Open University Press. - Parahoo, K. (2006). Nursing Research. 2nd ed. New York: Palgrave. - Polit, D., & Beck, C. T. (2004). Nursing research: Principles and methods (7th ed.). Philadelphia: Lippincott. - Rees, C. (2011). Introduction to Research for Midwives. 3rd ed. London: Churchill Livingstone. - Steen,M. & Roberts, T. (2011). The Handbook of Midwifery Research. London: Wiley-Blackwell. - Thomson, G., Dykes, F. & Downe, S. (2011). Qualitative Research in Midwifery & Childbirth: Phenomenological Approaches. London: Routledge. - Wickham, S. (2009). Appraising Research into Childbirth. An interactive workbook. Edinburgh: Butterworth Heinmann. |
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| ADDITIONAL NOTES | Pre-Requisite qualifications: B.Sc (Hons) Midwifery Co-Requisite Study-unit: HSC5111 **September Assessment Session: Students who fail to obtain an overall pass mark will be re-examined in the Dissertation. However, the resit availability for the Oral Examination is at the discretion of the Board of Examiners. |
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| STUDY-UNIT TYPE | Dissertation | |||||||||
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The availability of optional units may be subject to timetabling constraints. Units not attracting a sufficient number of registrations may be withdrawn without notice. It should be noted that all the information in the description above applies to study-units available during the academic year 2024/5. It may be subject to change in subsequent years. |
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