Dissertation
1.1 Module Aims
The general aims of the School’s undergraduate FYPs are to enable students to:
- carry out critical review of a subject area, analysis and synthesis of results, alternatives or concepts, the demonstration of initiative and evidence of original thought,
- develop problem solving skills,
- develop the ability to manage time and resources effectively,
- develop further the ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
1.2 Learning Outcomes
The general learning outcomes of the School’s FYPs are that successful students will be able to:
- describe, orally and in writing, material researched independently in support of their project
- describe concisely and accurately the independent work they have carried out
- explain and discuss test data obtained from independent work carried out
- discuss the benefits and limitations of various approaches to overcoming the problem at hand
- recognise how to use and identify material quoted from other sources
- formulate and document aims and objectives for a programme of independent work
- assess ethical and risk issues associated with a programme of independent work
- identify resource requirements for a programme of independent work
- demonstrate their ability for original and innovative work
- compile a written report on a programme of work
