CSC-30014 - Module Specification
School of Computer Science and Mathematics
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

This module enables students to integrate and apply theoretical knowledge and problem-solving skills to a relatively large or complex technical, software, programming, research or business problem within the discipline. Students studying on a bracketed degree pathway will undertake a project that is relevant for their particular pathway.

To integrate and apply theoretical knowledge and problem-solving skills to an identified programming need and/or research problem within the discipline.
To acquire and demonstrate transferable skills which enhance employability in the Information Technology sector.
To develop a research topic and/or software product to an acceptable publishable or marketable standard.

Intended Learning Outcomes

identify and plan an achievable programme of investigation with realistic objectives given their area of study: 1,2
develop a marketable software product, software tool, or technical outputs, or conduct potentially publishable research, demonstrating skills acquired during course: 1,2
decide project boundaries, recognise legal, social, ethical & professional issues, identify risks, and work independently within these constraints: 2
produce an academic poster which summarises their project in a concise and accessible way: 1
demonstrate professional conduct with regard to time management and supervisor contact: 1,2
select and apply appropriate information modelling methods and processes: 2
communicate problems and achievements at a professional level and publishable standard: 1,2
survey relevant background literature which provides academic justification for the project: 1,2

Study hours

7 hours lectures
3 hours presentation and demonstration
12 hours supervisor contact (24 x 30 mins)
278 hours private study (including report and poster preparation)

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment