Writing a Report on Advanced Contemporary Topic in Computer Science

Structure, Readability and Evidence of Understanding

You are required to write a report on an advanced contemporary topic in computer science.

The assessment criteria are as follows:

The following should be considered:

Abstract : This will give a succinct summary of the report.

Introduction: Include an introductory section to set the scene, to explain the objective(s) of the report and to present its structure.

Paragraphs and Sections: These have to be judiciously chosen. A new topic requires a new paragraph. Some useful tips:

-  Ensure that paragraphs are logically linked with one another

-  Sections have to be titled to indicate their content.

-  Avoid repetition: Refer to your text back or forward.

-  Use appendices for any material that would interrupt the flow of the text.

The report should demonstrate a good grasp of the material.

- include a title page

- use paper-style layout.

- include page numbering

- include figure captions (where applicable)

- sections should be numbered

- be consistent in your choice of fonts and character size

The report must exhibit a thoughtful investigation into the chosen topic. You must demonstrate evidence of critical analysis. Justify any statements you make and use other people’s work in a scholarly manner.  You should give a particular attention to the way you use references (Harvard referencing must be used):

-  a list of references should be included

-  every reference in the list should be quoted in the text.

-  every reference quoted in the text should be present in the list