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Further Education & Training Research Centre

Undergraduate Research

 

FETRC is committed to supporting and showcasing undergraduate research by recognising their contributions to the field. This section highlights:

 

UG Theses 20-21

Student Name

Thesis Title

Supervisor

Sarah Clarke

An exploration of care in student-teacher relationships in post-primary education.

Francesca Lorenzi

Niamh Tenanty

The impact of Physical Education on Pre Adolescent Females.

Justin Rami

Niamh Mahon

Is honours Irish as a requirement for entry into initial teacher education programmes in primary teaching in Ireland an obstacle to diversity in the teaching profession?

John Lalor

Jamie Pender

Do third level students feel that a blended learning pedagogy is as beneficial as that of the traditional teaching models which require face-to-face interaction?

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Liam Quinn

Exploring the Value/Impact of community-generated Language Lessons for the integration of migrants into host countries.

John Lalor

Kate Reynolds

A study into the benefits of music therapy for students with autism.

Jane O’Kelly

Niamh Thunder

What is the level of importance placed on Relationships and sexuality education in the Irish education system regarding the LGBTQI+ community?

Trudy Corrigan

Anthea Vaughan

Exploring How Autism Can Impact Pupil’s Social and Academic Experience, in a Primary School Setting.

Jane O’Kelly

UG Theses 21-22

Student Name

Thesis Title

Supervisor

Rebecca Boyd

The impact and importance of creating an equal and inclusive school environment for students with disabilities

Trudy Corrigan

Alison Bulman

Why do Irish secondary schools not promote further education courses as much as University courses?

John Lalor

Claire Chidgey

Is successful completion of a QQI Level 5 course an advantage to students entering higher education degree programmes?

Justin Rami

Maria Collins

Exploring the need for soft skills training in FET for life skills and employability

Justin Rami

Sean Hennessy

How can we be more inclusive to LGBTQI+ students within the Sex and Relationships education curriculum?

Justin Rami

Aine Hickey

What are the opportunities in Ireland for adults with additional needs to progress onto Higher Education?

John Lalor

Kate Keogh

The Effect of Education on Crime: Is there a link between Educational Disadvantages and Criminality?

John Lalor

Kerri Leech

The transition from post-primary to third level for students with dyslexia

Jane O'Kelly

Melissa Lynch

How can we get there? Access to Further and Higher Education (HE): Is the information and supports provided to Boys in Post-primary DEIS Schools Adequate?

John Lalor

Liam Quinn

Community language initiatives for immigrants to Ireland

John Lalor

Hannah Tully

What are the benefits of mainstream education versus schooling in an ASD unit? Which is more beneficial for the child?

Jane O'Kelly

UG Theses 23-24

Student Name

Thesis Title

Supervisor

Mary Bibi

Addiction and Education: Early introduction of substance abuse educational programme in post-secondary school curriculum

Trudy Corrigan

Jack Bryant

The effects physical activity has on a student's academic performance

Trudy Corrigan

Ruby Cooney

Exploring the provision of progression options for students in PLC courses

Justin Rami

Mary Theresa Dawson

Is the Further Education and Training curriculum for Education for Sustainable Development sufficient in educating the learners about climate change?

Justin Rami

Ella Marie Dillon

Teacher's perspective on the emotional and social development of a child's transition from primary to post-primary schools

Orna Farrell

Kayla Halpenny

An investigation of support systems and educational policies in schools for students going through difficult family situations and their progression to 3rd level education.

Orna Farrell

Gavin Howard

Is there a lack of resources for children with autism in 2nd level education?

Jane O'Kelly

Naoife Lenihan Blackwell

Creating an inclusive and fair teaching environment for students with learning disabilities

Orna Farrell

Michelle Ludden

To what degree is Further education and training promoted within Irish secondary schools?

Justin Rami

Amy Mullin

Do secondary school SPHE teachers in the Republic of Ireland receive adequate training to effectively deliver the Relationships and Sexuality Education course to all their students and is there any accountability for not doing so?

Jane O'Kelly

Niamh O Connor

How does a lack of resources in a disadvantaged school affect the quality of lessons from a teacher's perspective?

Orna Farrell

Holly O Reilly

Developing a Strategy to Aid the Transition from Primary to Post-Primary Education

Justin Rami

Lauren Tiernan

Has the pandemic made us question the validity of the traditional leaving certificate cycle in Ireland?

Jane O'Kelly

 

UG Theses 24-25

Student Name

Thesis Title

Supervisor

Sophie Dwyer

Do Career Guidance Counsellors in post-primary schools provide students with information on all available Post Secondary Pathways?

Jane O'Kelly

Gaven Kinsella

Is Ireland's preventative/Criminal approach to drug education still relevant to Irish secondary school students in 2024?

Jane O'Kelly

Sophie Lynch

Does the Irish language requirement for entry into primary school teaching in Ireland act as a barrier for students from both Irish and diverse backgrounds?

Jane O'Kelly

Sophie Mack

Does requiring a H4 in Irish in the Leaving Certificate cause a drawback to career paths?

Jane O'Kelly

Rebecca May

Gender Norms in Irish Education; Are educators representing genders equally in early years education?

Jane O'Kelly

Finn James Martin

How can the Engineering and Technology curricula in the Senior cycle in secondary schools stay relevant in a world of constant technological advancements?

Justin Rami

Tiantian Ye

How teachers' intercultural communication skills influence student engagement and learning outcomes in adult education (in Ireland)

Justin Rami

Haifa Azizi

A Diverse Staffroom: What barriers contribute to the under-representation of racial and ethnic minorities in the teaching workforce in Irish Schools?

Justin Rami

Nicola O Donovan

Exploring the Role of Teacher-Learner Interactions in Facilitating Transformational Learning in a Further Education and Training (FET) Context.

Justin Rami

Sophia Collins

The relationship between Teacher's Well-Being and Student Learning Outcomes in Further Education

Trudy Corrigan

Orla Kang

How does teaching multiple languages in primary schools affect students' language skills in Ireland?

Trudy Corrigan

Daniel Murray

The role of gamification in enhancing engagement and learning outcomes in secondary education

Orna Farrell

Philip Shane Murray

Student Engagement: Understanding the cause-and-effect relationship between teacher instruction and student participation.

Orna Farrell