In this module, you will work on a research problem in an area relating to your programme of study, applying the tools and techniques that you have learned throughout the modules of the programme. This is an independent project, supervised by an expert from the relevant area, and culminates in writing a dissertation in the form of a research paper, describing your research and its results.
Research topics can be selected from across the breadth of computer science, data science and related topics. The project may include theoretical analysis, as well as practical software implementation.
This module aims to give you in-depth experience of research in an area relating to your programme of study. It will help you prepare for projects both in an industry or commercial setting, as well as in further postgraduate research work, such as a PhD. The module builds 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 and presentation of results.
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)
Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:
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Demonstrate knowledge of a research topic relevant to your programme of study, acquired through a deep and self-motivated exploration of that topic
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Design and follow systematically the steps of research project development
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Apply complex and appropriate analysis and development techniques at each stage of the project
Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:
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Show familiarity with the background and context of a new application area
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Work in an interdisciplinary area of relevance to your programme of study.
Personal and Key Transferable/ Employment Skills and Knowledge:
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Conduct independent study, including library and web-based research
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Reflect critically on processes and products
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Plan an extended project and manage time effectively
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Present work to a non-specialist audience
SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module
Not appicable to this module.
