• The cross-culture analysis of the engineering profession and its interaction with gender: a case study with Aer Lingus and Air Europa 

  Garcia, Noema (University of Limerick, 2018)

  This study focused on the culture of the engineering profession and the associated processes of enculturation, highlighting the gender interaction. This culture can either militate against or advance the representation ...
• Towards a psychosocial theory of ageing with lifelong intellectual disability 

  Dukes, Eileen (University of Limerick, 2018)

  Background: In the context of ageing populations in the western world, people with lifelong disability are among the fastest growing groups of older people. The largest sub-group of these are older people with intellectual ...
• Load monitoring in elite paralympic athletes: implications for training and recovery 

  Sinnott-O'Connor, Ciara (University of Limerick, 2018)

  Accurate monitoring of training load (TL) and external loads from athletic and lifestyle demands has been promoted as essential in defining the relationship between load, illness and injury risk in athletes (Soligard et ...
• A longitudinal examination of the motivation and mental health of elite athletes 

  Sheehan, Rachel B. (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The primary aims of this thesis were: (i) to examine motivation-related and mental health variables among elite athletes; (ii) to quantify changes in motivation-related and mental health variables among elite athletes ...
• The experiences of primary pre-service teachers enacting assessment for learning in physical education during school placement 

  Macken, Suzanne (University of Limerick, 2018)

  Assessment for learning (AfL) has been widely acknowledged in the literature as having significant gains for teaching and student learning if implemented effectively (Black & Wiliam, 1998). Yet despite such recognition of ...
• A mixed methods approach to explore the benefits of a ‘Health information at your fingertips’ programme for older adults 

  Hickey, Lisa (University of Limerick, 2018)

  Objectives – to understand the health information seeking trends in Ireland and evaluate a computer based programme entitled ‘Health Information at your Fingertips’. Intervention – ‘Health Information at your Fingertips’ ...
• A longitudinal study exploring the influence of epistemic beliefs on pre-service science teachers’ perceptions of education studies 

  Guilfoyle, Liam (University of Limerick, 2018)

  Educational psychology, philosophy, sociology, and history are all frequent features of the curriculum of Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes. Collectively, this knowledge is often referred to as ‘Education Studies’. ...
• Stories of rebirth and reinvention: a narrative identity exploration of the experiences of non-traditional students in an Irish higher education institution 

  Gill, Patrick (University of Limerick, 2018)

  This thesis reports the outcome of research into the narrative identity of non-traditional students in an Irish higher education institution. Non-traditional students face many unique challenges upon immersion in the social ...
• The nature of urgency 

  Redmond, Elaine Joanne (University of Limerick, 2018)

  Introduction: Many self-help guides advise patients that spreading fluid intake throughout the day can reduce symptoms of overactive bladder (OAB).A,B However, although animal studies suggest a link between faster filling ...
• An exploration of the relationship between emotional well-being and academic engagement among female students in a single sex post-primary school in Ireland 

  O'Gorman, Valerie (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The overall aim of this qualitative research was to explore the relationship between emotional well-being and academic engagement amongst students during the second year of post-primary education. Student well-being is of ...
• An exploratory study of the impact of the involvement of teachers of SPHE, CSPE and PE in the new Wellbeing Programme at Junior Cycle. A teaching perspective 

  Ryan, Sinead (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The junior cycle Wellbeing programme was introduced in post-primary schools in September 2017. The Wellbeing programme combines the subjects of CSPE, SPHE and PE. Guidance Education has also been identified as an area of ...
• An exploration of guidance counselling provision in the Youthreach programme 

  Kelly Joy, Rosina (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The aim of this research study is to explore guidance counselling provision in the Youthreach programme, and provide insights into the role and the activities of guidance practitioners in meeting the needs of Youthreach ...
• An exploration of the place of spirituality in the work of the guidance counsellor 

  Mulligan, Niamh (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The overall aim of this research study is to explore the place of spirituality in guidance counselling practice. In particular, the study focuses on the experiences and perceptions of guidance counsellors on spirituality ...
• Equity of access: a case study investigation of the provision of guidance counselling in one rural post primary school in the West of Ireland 

  McDermott, Maeve (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The aim of this study was to explore the provision of the guidance counselling service in a rural post primary school in west Ireland. Similar studies have been completed pertaining the delivery of Guidance from a Whole ...
• An exploratory study of the career development of performing arts professionals in Ireland 

  Perry, Majella (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The overall aim of this research is to explore the experience of career development of performing arts professionals in Ireland, in particular theatre artists and musicians. The study deliberates on the challenges encountered ...
• Agency, decision-making and the Irish post-primary guidance counsellor 

  McKenna, Lesley (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The main aim of this research study was to explore the manner in which guidance counsellors enact their agency in their settings. Influences on professional agency in the guidance role are examined as well as identifying ...
• An exploration into the factors that determine the progression of asylum seekers living in direct provision, into further education 

  McGinty, Lorraine (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The aim of this research was to explore the factors that determine the progression of asylum seekers living in direct provision, into further education. This study focused on the effects of living in the direct provision ...
• An exploratory study of the perception of guidance counsellors regarding the challenges in encouraging female students to opt for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects at post primary level 

  Graham, Kate (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The overall aim of this research study was to develop understanding of guidance counsellors’ role in guiding females to study STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects. The study explored guidance ...
• A case study of an approach to whole school guidance counselling in a second level school; focusing on the classroom aspect 

  Reidy, Geraldine (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The aim of this research study was to investigate how a whole school approach to guidance counselling (DES, 2017a) is adopted in one secondary school, particularly in the context of the delivery of classroom guidance across ...
• An exploration of job satisfaction of guidance counsellors in different educational sectors 

  Sheridan, Elizabeth (University of Limerick, 2018)

  The aim of this exploratory research study is to examine the topic of job satisfaction amongst guidance counsellors working in different educational sectors within the Irish education system. A further aim is to identify ...

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