| Unit name | Research Project |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EMATM0038 |
| Credit points | 60 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
| Unit director | Professor. Giuggioli |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
Successful completion of the taught component of the MSc in Engineering Mathematics. |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science and Engineering |
Students will undertake an individual research project allowing them to develop their research skills. At the end of the project the results will be presented in the form of a final dissertation and in a project conference.
Aims:
To enable students to perform independent research
To present research findings both in writing and orally
On successful completion of the dissertation, students will demonstrate ability to:
1. frame a clear, central research question within the project topic chosen;
2. identify and critically review literature relevant to the topic and central research question;
3. understand and apply an appropriate research methodology to investigate the chosen topic;
4. analyse data and/or evidence, where appropriate, and draw approriate conclusions that answer the central research question;
5. integrate conclusions into wider academic debates;
6. produce a project report in a clear, well-written and grammatically-correct style, that conforms to the conventions of academic presentation;
7. use skills of project management including working independently, managing time, working to deadlines.
| Methods of Teaching The principal method of teaching is through supervision. This is carried out on an individual basis supported by small group supervision where appropriate. |
| Contact Hours Per Week 1 (students offered total of 12 hours of one-to-one contact with supervisor) |
| Student Input 588 Independent hours of Research, Testing, Project preparation and writing, presentation and poster preparation |
Assessment Details
Formative feedback will be through regular meetings with the project supervisor and also through an interim assessment, which will consist of a short presentation to the project assessor(s) and supervisor followed by an interview.
Summative assessment:
Dissertation (15,000 words maximum) (90%)
Project conference and poster session (10%)
To be suggested by the project supervisor as appropriate
