Postgraduate Individual Project

Description

Overview: This module will allow students to combine the skills learned in all modules of the course and apply them within a significant project in a specific area of design, manufacture, or engineering management. This will be achieved through an individual project. Syllabus: The student will carry out a project into a relevant and agreed topic, with the findings being documented in a thesis. Coursework / Submissions deadlines: Outline Project Proposal Literature Review Full Dissertation Full-time students (September start) Sem2 WK3 Sem2 EXAM WK5 RESIT PERIOD WK2 Full-time students (January start) Sem2 EXAM WK5 RESIT PERIODWK2 Sem1 EXAM WK1 Part-time students Year 1 Sem2 WK3 RESIT PERIOD WK2 N/A Part-time students Year 2 N/A N/A RESIT PERIOD WK2 +1Yr See Myplace for dates. Learning Outcomes: On completion of the module the student is expected to be able to: LO1 Define a valid project in a cutting-edge field of study relevant to the student’s degree. LO2 Execute a project in a cutting-edge field of study relevant to the student’s degree, involving where appropriate technical analysis and independent critical thinking. LO3 Document a project in a cutting-edge field of study relevant to the student’s degree. Assessment: 2 x Project = 75% 1 x Assignment = 25% Students need to gain a summative mark of 50% to pass the module. Failure will require resubmission following the sitting of the exam board.