Module 02637 (2013)
Syllabus page 2013/2014
06-02637
Project - Advanced MSc
Level 4/M
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The Module Description is a strict subset of this Syllabus Page. (The University module description has not yet been checked against the School's.)
Relevant Links
Advanced MSc Programmes Project Page
Outline
Each student undertakes a piece of research work that is expected to be based on a previously completed mini-project under the supervision of a research-active member of academic staff. Students should demonstrate an ability to define aims, objectives and plans; manage their project and time; use the results of systematic literature searches and communicate in writing and verbally. There is no requirement for the main project to include development of a program. The project may be completed in industry in the form of a work placement.
Aims
The aims of this module are to:
- allow the student to deepen their knowledge of an area of computing through individual, supervised study
- develop research skills appropriate to the student's chosen area of computing
Learning Outcomes
| On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to: | Assessed by: | |
| 1 | define aims and objectives for a research project and propose feasible working plans to accomplish the work | Project report |
| 2 | manage their project and their time | Meetings with project supervisor, Project report |
| 3 | search the literature of their topic in a systematic fashion | Project report |
| 4 | demonstrate good written and verbal communication | Meetings with project supervisor, Project report |
| 5 | reach a level where they could work in their area of computing at a level appropriate to a first year research student or move into advanced work in industry | Project report |
Restrictions, Prerequisites and Corequisites
Restrictions:
None
Prerequisites:
None
Co-requisites:
06-06991 (Research Skills) or an alternative appropriate skills training module, either 06-07953 (First semester mini-project) or 06-07953 (First semester mini-project).
Teaching
Teaching Methods:
Student work and supporting supervisions
Contact Hours:
Assessment
- Sessional: Report, presentation or poster, and an optional project inspection at the request of the student and/or the assessors.
- Supplementary (where allowed): None; the module may only be repeated.
Recommended Books
None
Detailed Syllabus
Not applicable
Last updated: 22 March 2012
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