Description
This module provides the student with the opportunity to undertake the practical and development work for a major, in-depth individual project in an aspect of their programme. Normally the idea for project will be devised by the student and development work will be undertaken during this module. During term 1 proof of concept development will be undertaken to support the specification of a well-researched project proposal document. During term 2 the main development work for the project will be undertaken and completed.
Aims
The aim of this module is to provide the student with: the ability to select, to plan and to develop a major project to produce a proposal, demonstrate feasibility and an artefact from concept to completion. As such to develop and exercise research and development skills and to encourage self-managed learning, planning, recording and professional competence.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this module the student should be able to:
1. Produce Project Proposal
2. Produce and demonstrate a proof of concept for the project idea.
3. Produce and demonstrate an artefact which meets the objectives of the project proposal.
4. Demonstrate the ability to work in an independent and self-directed manner.
5. Record progress regularly in a manner that allows for self-reflection and informed development.
6. Interact professionally with a project supervisor
Indicative Content
1 Investigation, Research and Selection
Initial investigation of project topic, Background research of project topic and Selection of project topic
2 Evaluating
Methods of evaluating a project.
3 Legal, Social, Professional and Ethical Issues
Consideration of Legal, social, ethical and professional issues.
4 Proposal
Production of a project proposal.
5 Project Feasibility and Proof of Concept
Demonstrate Feasibility of Project
6 Self-directed problem solving, Originality and Creativity
Self-directed problem solving Originality and creativity
7 Self Motivation, Initiative and Insight
Self-motivation and Initiative and insight
8 Software Design Skills
Software Design skills
9 Recording, Reporting and Communication Skills
Recording, reporting and Communication skills
10 Employability and professional development
Employability and professional development
Teaching and Learning Work Loads
| Teaching and Learning Method | Hours |
| Lecture | 6 |
| Tutorial/Seminar | 12 |
| Practical Activity | 48 |
| Assessment | 100 |
| Independent | 234 |
| Total | 400 |
Guidance notes
SCQF Level - The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.
Credit Value – The total value of SCQF credits for the module. 20 credits are the equivalent of 10 ECTS credits. A full-time student should normally register for 60 SCQF credits per semester.
Disclaimer
We make every effort to ensure that the information on our website is accurate but it is possible that some changes may occur prior to the academic year of entry. The modules listed in this catalogue are offered subject to availability during academic year 2021/22 , and may be subject to change for future years.
