Module 06-02637 (2022)
Project - Advanced MSc
Level 4/M
| Hyung Jin Chang | Semester 3 | 60 credits |
Co-ordinator: Hyung Jin Chang
Reviewer: Hyung Jin Chang
The Module Description is a strict subset of this Syllabus 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:
- Define aims and objectives for a research project and propose feasible working plans to accomplish the work
- Manage their project and their time
- Search the literature of their topic in a systematic fashion
- Demonstrate good written and verbal communication
- 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
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.