Advanced Computer Science Literature and Project Management

Learning Outcomes for this Assignment

This Assignment assesses the following module Learning Outcomes (from Definitive Module Document):

(1) Critically evaluate advanced computer science literature relevant to their chosen project;

(2) Refer to the findings of other academic writers to justify their chosen approach to the development of a solution, and to evaluate the outcomes of their project work;

(3) Combine their knowledge of the subject, their reading of research papers and the outcome of their own investigations to conceive original ideas of their own.

(4) Plan and manage a substantial body of work, identify any risks inherent in their chosen approach, and work independently with minimum supervision;

(5) Select and use appropriate techniques and tools employed in computer science in order to conduct a practical investigation of a particular advanced computer science problem;

(6) Critically evaluate and discuss the outcome of their project work in written and oral form;

(7) Articulate the broader contexts of their work in relation to legal, social, ethical, and professional issues, and assess the economic impact of their project.

In an extreme case, a student that submits a well-crafted piece of work, but fails to submit a report into how it was produced, will fail. The project module is about assessing your abilities as a student in your discipline area.

You must give a demonstration of your work to your supervisor and second marker and answer questions from them about your work. This demonstration is part of the formal assessment process and counts of your final mark. It is your responsibility to agree a time and date for this with the tutors marking your project, and to turn up on time (and be prepared) for your demonstration. It should normally take place after your FPR submission, though some may be prepared to do this before the submission deadline. Please check the MSc Project Handbook for guidance on how to structure your final project report and how to prepare for your demonstration.