Study information

Research Project in Statistics - 2020 entry

MODULE TITLEResearch Project in Statistics CREDIT VALUE60
MODULE CODEMTHM050 MODULE CONVENERUnknown
DURATION: TERM 1 2 3
DURATION: WEEKS 0 0 12
Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)
DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

In this module, you will work on a research problem in Statistics. You will apply your understanding of the underlying theory and application of Statistics. The project will require understanding of the setting, a critical review of possible approaches, choice of appropriate methodology, data analysis and a clear and concise write up of the background, data, methodology, results and conclusions. This is an independent project, supervised by an expert from the relevant area, and culminates in writing a dissertation, describing your research and its results. Research topics can be selected from across the breadth of the application of Statistics.

AIMS - intentions of the module

This module aims to give you in-depth experience of developing and applying Statistical methodology, preparing you for work in a commercial setting or further post-graduate work. The module aims to build on the knowledge and skills you have acquired in the taught modules of the programme to allow you to investigate an area of particular interest to you. It aims to give you experience of many aspects of research work, including problem formulation, literature review, planning, tool development, experimentation, analysis, interpretation and presentation of results.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:

1

Demonstrate knowledge of a research topic of relevance to the MSc Statistics programme, acquired through a deep and self-motivated exploration of that topic;

2

Design and follow systematically the phases of research project development

3

Apply sophisticated and appropriate analysis and development techniques at each stage of a project

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:

4

Show familiarity with the background and context of a new application area;

5

Apply methods and tools learnt in the context of other fields to the application in question;

6

Produce full documentation as appropriate to the system and research;

Personal and Key Transferable/ Employment Skills and Knowledge:

7

Conduct independent study, including library and web-based research;

8

Plan an extended project and manage time effectively;

9

Present work to a non-specialist audience;

10

Report writing and presentation.

 

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

Not applicable.

LEARNING AND TEACHING
LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities 20 Guided Independent Study 580 Placement / Study Abroad 0
DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS

Category

Hours of study time

Description

Scheduled teaching & learning activities

20

Project supervision

Guided Independent Study

580

Individual Assessed Work

 

 

ASSESSMENT
FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade

Form of Assessment

Size of the assessment e.g. duration/length

ILOs assessed

Feedback method

One-page project proposal in early stages of project

1 page

All

Oral

 

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)
Coursework 100 Written Exams 0 Practical Exams 0
DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Form of Assessment

% of credit

Size of the assessment e.g. duration/length

ILOs assessed

Feedback method

Coursework – Mid-Point Presentation

10

10 mins

1,4,9

Written

Coursework – Final Presentation

20

20 mins

1,4,9

Written

Coursework - Dissertation

70

30-40 pages

2-10

Written

 

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)

Original form of assessment

Form of re-assessment

ILOs re-assessed

Time scale for re-assessment

Coursework – Mid-Point Presentation

Coursework (100%)

All

To be agreed by consequences of failure meeting

Coursework – Final Presentation

Coursework (100%)

All

To be agreed by consequences of failure meeting

Coursework - Dissertation

Coursework (100%)

All

To be agreed by consequences of failure meeting

 

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Web-based and electronic resources:

Other resources:

 

RESOURCES
INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE 60 ECTS VALUE 30
PRE-REQUISITE MODULES None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES None
NQF LEVEL (FHEQ) 7 AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING No
ORIGIN DATE Wednesday 16th October 2019 LAST REVISION DATE Friday 18th September 2020
KEY WORDS SEARCH None Defined

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