Dissertations held in the Devonshire Library, Buxton

All dissertations are held on shelves in the main Library (next to the fiction section) and are colour coded by subject. They may be used on a reference basis in the Library. Click a box below to go to the relevant subject page for the full list. *PLEASE NOTE Spa dissertations can be borrowed from the front desk, for use in the Library only. Your ID will be required.

Undergraduate dissertations
Events Management International Hospitality Management Outdoor Education, Countryside Management & Adventure Tourism Professional Culinary Arts

International Spa Management

Sport Studies

Tourism Management

Public Services Management

Research proposals

Postgraduate dissertations

MA and MSc

PhD and MPhil

Events Management
Author Billingham, Laura Title "People and the potential": an investigation into the motivation and management of volunteers for charitable fundraising events The hedonistic approach to extreme sporting events Year 2011 Degree BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Subject Events Management Events Management Events Management Events Management Events Management and Public Relations Travel and Leisure Events Management Library barcode DL81681518

Dixon, Lorna

2007

DL81156790

Hickingbotham, Kathryn

Event industry websites: research into the main elements that contribute towards their success

2006

DL81156804

James, Rachael

An investigation into the motivational factors of those attending the Great Peak District Fair

2007

DL81156774

Kolanda, Verena

Investigating the marketing and sponsorship strategy of Red Bull lessons to be learned?

2011

BA (Hons)

DL8168150X

Moore, Liam

A study of crowd control measures in relation to two groups; Spectator (football) crowds and Event (demonstration) crowds

2012

BA (Hons) BA (Hons)

DL81680686

Silvester, Amy

What are the effects of music festivals upon our environment?

2011

DL81681526

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International Hospitality Management

Author Esfahani, Mehrdad Dallal Title Leadership for managing diverse environment: The influence of leadership on group effectiveness and productivity within diverse environments with a research example of a mid-market hotel in England Last orders please: An investigation of the issues affecting the licensed retail trade and their impact on the public house industry Year Degree BA (Hons) Subject Hospitality Management Library barcode

2010

DL81433220

Godden, Lyndsay

2010

BA (Hons)

Hospitality Management

DL81433204

Johnstone, Nicola

How was the licensed retail industry in Dublin, Ireland, affected by the smoking ban and what did they do to retain business?

2006

BA (Hons)

Hospitality Management

80926576

Grundl, Paul

The adoption of industry best practices by Austrian Youth Hostels

2009

BA (Hons)

Hospitality Management

DL81433174

Herzog, Marlies

An investigation into seasonality; assessing its' extent and implications in a case study being the student quarter in Graz, Austria

2008

BA (Hons)

Hospitality Management

DL81433182

Hirbrunner, Evelynn Karin

The development and perceptions of women in the hospitality industry of Dubai, United Arab Emirates

2009

BA (Hons)

Hospitality Management

DL81433247

Ong, Jo-Lynn

I'm lovin' it! An analysis of how cultural difference affects the advertising appeals of 2010 fast food businesses in different societies

BA (Hons)

Hospitality and Events Management

DL81433263

Sullivan, James

Labour turnover within a branded hotel, pub, and restaurant within the Nottingham area (a case study approach)

2010

BA (Hons)

Hospitality Management

DL81433212

Xavier, Sarah

Does occupational stress lead to substance dependance amongst chefs in London? 2011

BA (Hons)

Hospitality Management

DL81433255

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International Spa Management

Author Akister, Carrie Are spa therapists concerned by spas advertising towards children as a target segment Year 2011 Degree BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) Subject International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management Library barcode DL81691122

Allen, Bryony

Male and female spa consumers - a potential clash of segments?

2009

DL81412614

Anderson, Fiona Artamonova, Karina Coles, Helen

Experiential learning: Added value to the spa degree or just a selling point?

2010

DL81412622

The effectiveness of advertising at the Devonshire Spa To pay or not to pay? Extrinsic rewards versus intrinsic rewards: Which facilitates motivation in spa employees Family spas: is there a demand for family spas within the UK? Will this have an impact on the spa industry? Teenage consumers: A worthwhile investment for the UK spa industry? Media and the male: An investigation into the altering male representation in the media and if this has any impact on the male grooming industry Is higher education valuable within the spa industry? A critical case study of a south of England spa's response to consumer demands in the economic recession The use of spa therapy to reduce stress and its benefits on individuals health Leadership styles and their impact on employees' productiveness as well as the company's performance in a service sector organization An investigation of why UK consumers visit spas, either for psychological or physiological enhancement

2011

DL81691149

2012

DL81691173

George, Tia Gough, Tamara Michelle Gray, Kimberley

2012

DL81691181

2010

DL81412584

2010

DL81412576

Higgs, Victoria

2008

DL81412568

Holden, Katie

2012

DL81691203

Jenkins, Jennifer

2010

DL81412533

Krumina, Evita

2011

DL81691157

Lloyd, Heather

2012

DL81691165

Mason, Rose

What is the value of consumer behaviour in the spa industry? A study into the position of social networking within the promotional mix and its utilisation within the spa industry to optimise communication Recent change in people's lifestyle and the implications on health and tourism in Poland Do people who suffer from low self esteem attend spa or do they feel too uncomfortable to attend? An investigation into spa design: Does the location of a spa influence the spa design

2010

BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons) BSc (Hons)

Roberts, Daniella Siejka-Domanska, Milena Turner, Jessica Tworek, Magdalena

2012

2010

2011

2012

International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management International Spa Management

DL81412495

DL81691211

DL81412509

DL81691130

DL8169122X

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Outdoor Education, Countryside Management & Adventure Tourism

Author Andrews, Michelle Title An investigation into the use of psychological strategies for managing anxiety within rock climbers Young peoples interpretation of audio led trails in the countryside An investigation into factors affecting participation in outdoor activities by ethnic groups within the UK and USA. Group dynamics and leadership in navigation groups A study into the effects of seasonality and equality within the outdoor industry An investigation into marathon runners - it's 'mind over matter' but what makes mental toughness? A study to compare the perception of risk between three groups of selected individuals on a high wire adventure course Introduction of an environmental management system at White Hall Centre to promote sustainable development in outdoor activity management A study of the participation of Britain's ethnic minorities in outdoor activities in the Peak District National Park Investigation into current provision of packaged cycling holidays and indentification of market target group within the UK Learning styles and their link to student's choice of academic/vocational discipline Year 2007 Degree BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Subject Joint Honours Scheme Joint Honours Scheme Outdoor Activities Management Outdoor Activities Management Outdoor Activities Management Joint Honours Scheme Joint Honours Scheme Outdoor Activities Management Outdoor Activities Management Outdoor Activities Management Outdoor Activities Management Library barcode DL80822118

Dagley, Sally

2009

DL81411944

Green, Barbara

2003

DL80837204

Green, Christopher

2009

DL80822207

Hancock, Peter

2003

DL80837301

Lee, Diane H

2007

DL80822215

Lewington, Emma

2009

DL80822126

Mellor, J.

2009

DL81411936

Mullins, Barclay

2003

DL80837255

Nicholas, Duncan

2003

DL80837352

Smith, Leigh

2009

DL80822150

Wymer, Rob

How does the motivation of young people towards physical activity differ pre and post adventurous training courses?

2008

BA (Hons)

Joint Honours Scheme

DL8082207X

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Professional Culinary Arts

Author Drapper, Matthew Robb, Jade E Sasaki, Haruna Title Your soul for a sandwich: Exploring the negative effects of 'emotional control' on waiting staff International food consumption in Britain: A positive influence for British gastronomy? Exploring the role of the hospitality industry in providing the opportunity for young adults to follow a balanced diet in the UK Year Degree 2010 2008 2010 Subject Library barcode DL8143328X DL81433239 DL81433271 BA Professional (Hons) Culinary Arts BA Culinary Arts (Hons) Hospitality BA Professional (Hons) Culinary Arts

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Sport Studies
Author Boxall, Stacey Title Effects of pre-performance massage on flow state experiences among netball players An investigation to examine the relationship between training techniques and the incidence of overuse injuries in young male and female long distance runners Year 2011 Degree BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Subject Joint Honours Scheme Sport Studies Joint Honours Scheme: Sports Coaching & Sports Development Joint Honours Scheme Joint Honours Scheme Sports Development & Outdoor Recreation Joint Honours Scheme

Cholerton, D

2004

Dadley, Robert

The effect of anxiety on the performance of football referees

2011

Hamilton, Matthew

The effect of mental rehearsal within motorsport and its effects on sporting performance The perceived barriers that prevent elderly people over 60 years of age participating in exercise in the High Peak area A lesson to be learnt: An analysis of the behavioural impact of extracurricular team sport within a primary school environment

2011

Hunt, Daley

2010

Konsek, Thomas W.A.

2012

BSc

Money, Hannah G.

An investigation into the effects of massage on mood state and state anxiety levels

2012

BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons)

Morley, Nicola

An investigation to examine the relationship towards physical activity and diet within FE and HE students An investigation to examine the attitudes towards fitness testing in the public services

2007

Sport Studies

Morton, Sophie

2007

Sport Studies

Munday, Heddle

A pilot study of the short term efficacy of taking part in a Jog Derbyshire course

2010

BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons)

Joint Honours Scheme Vocational Learning in Higher Education Sport Studies Sports Massage & Exercise Therapies

Nyssen ,Carole Rigby, Michelle Louise Williamson, Daniel

Investigation into the viable need for a Fitness Centre at Oxford & Cherwell College

2010

The prevalence and effiacy of "Amino Load" post exercise supplementation A study to investigate the influence of a short session of daily aerobic activity in the morning on levels of learning amongst primary school children

2004 2010

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DL80819753

DL8145323X

DL81453248

DL81694172

DL81694164

DL81694113

DL81303815

DL81303807

DL81694121

DL81694148

DL80819702 DL81694156

Tourism Management
Author Cassini, Daniela Title A vision of the business tourism industry in 2020: Monte-Carlo or bust A review of collaborative working at the destination level: a case study of the Peak District The 'Devonshire Dome visitor experience': benefits, challenges and recommendations for improvement Year 2009 Degree BA (Hons) BA (Hons) BA (Hons) Subject Travel and Tourism and Events Management Travel and Tourism Management Joint Honours Scheme Managing in the Service Sector with Travel and Tourism Travel and Tourism Management Library barcode DL81410999

Eagar, Dan

2010

DL81681461

Fallows, Fay

2011

DL81436971

Guntner, Vanessa

Perceptions of tourism development - the case studies of Dubai and Oman

2009

BA (Hons)

DL81681488

Lee, Yoon Kyung

The impact of Korean popular culture: the influence of popular culture on the holiday destination

2011

BA (Hons)

Travel and Tourism Management

DL8143698X

Licinac, Michael

Is the disabled traveller fully capable of being a real tourist?

2010

BA (Hons)

Travel and Tourism Management Joint Honours Scheme Public Services Management with Travel and Tourism Travel and Tourism Management and Adventure Tourism Travel and Tourism Management

DL81437021

Lowe, Jodie

A case study investigating the significance of child poverty in the rural community of Buxton and how Government intervention to date has and is continuing to shape the lives of both Buxton's and Britain's children today An investigation into the future of tourist destinations impacted by the rising effect of climate change

2011

BA (Hons)

DL81433190

Murtagh, James

2012

BA (Hons) BA (Hons)

DL81681496

Newton, Sam

Market towns of Derbyshire

2010

DL81437013

Niedersuess, Rebecca

Climbing a jugle of stones - the impact of glacier melting on mountaineering: the case study of Grossglockner/Pasterze

2009

BA (Hons)

Travel and Tourism Management

DL8168147x

Schober, Viktoria

Culinary Tourism in Styria [Austria]

2011

BA (Hons)

Travel and Tourism Management

DL81436998

Sommers, Viktoria

The establishment of UNESCO geoparks and their economic impacts on host communities: a case study of the Natur-und Geopark Vulkaneifel GmbH

2011

BA (Hons)

Travel and Tourism Management

DL81437005

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Public Services Management

Author

Short, Daniel

Wilkerson, Sam

Public Services Management

Title Year

An investigation in the general public's perception of the Special Constabulary in relation to the current economic crisis, within the town of Buxton, Derbyshire

2012

How far do the transferable skills of UDB graduates compare with the transferable skills that are desirable to Derbyshire Constabulary?

2012

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Degree Subject Library barcode

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Joint Honours Scheme: Public Service BA (Hons) DL8168066X Management & Sports Development Joint Honours Scheme: Public BA (Hons) Services and DL81680678 Public Relations

Research proposals
Title

Film tourism and its impact on cultural and sociological heritage of the destination

The formula of success for low-cost airlines in the european aviation industry

Setting criteria for a healthy environment at health spas

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Library barcode

DL81307667

DL81307675

DL40631176

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