Overview
This topic is intended to promote the development of research skills including communication and technical skills through an investigation of a particular area under the guidance of a supervisor. The principal objective is for students to show initiative, acquire new knowledge, develop basic research skills, and develop insight in assimilating … For more content click the Read More button below.
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Aims
On completion of this topic, students are expected to be able to:
- Understand of the open research issues in a given area of investigation
- Further develop analytical and critical thinking skills appropriate to research
- Further develop technical skills relevant to the given area of investigation
- Further develop writing and communication skills through the writing of reports and the delivery of presentations related to the project
- Develop project management skills appropriate to research-oriented investigation
Learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Demonstrate an understanding of research principles, together with an understanding of specialist knowledge and familiarity with recent developments for a particular area
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Critically review and consolidate existing knowledge, analyse alternatives, and synthesise established approaches to solve complex problems in a particular problem domain
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Develop and effectively deliver clear and coherent presentations to an audience of peers
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Write professional reports that convey technical ideas and solutions accurately and completely
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Exercise initiative and judgement in adapting established solutions to diverse contexts within broadly defined parameters
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