Module 18159 (2012)

Module Description - Project (CompSci - MSc)

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Module TitleProject (CompSci - MSc)
SchoolComputer Science
Module Code06-18159
DescriptorCOMP/06-18159/LM
Member of StaffShan He (coordinator)
LevelM
Credits0
Semester
Pre-requisitesNone
Co-requisitesNo formal corequisites.
Programme regulations specify the conditions under which MSc students may proceed to the software project.
RestrictionsNone
Contact hoursAbout 10
DeliveryStudents work independently with an appointed supervisor.
Description This module enables the student to demonstrate professional competence in a substantial software-related task and to apply material learned in other components of the degree programme. Projects are chosen from staff suggestions or are developed from the student's original idea. The project may be completed in industry in the form of a work placement.
Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to:Assessed by:
carry out a substantial individual software-related task, including appropriate background research, demonstrating a professional approach Demonstration/presentation, project report
work independently, prioritising different components of the work and managing a large project effectively Demonstration/presentation, project report
present work undertaken both orally and in a formal project report, justifying decisions taken and evaluating outcomes Demonstration/presentation, project report
AssessmentSessional: Demonstration, project report (used in combination with no fixed division of marks).
Supplementary (where allowed): None; the module may only be repeated.
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