Module manager: Dr Ammar Alsalka
Email: m.a.alsalka@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: 1 Jan to 30 Sep View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
This module is not approved as an Elective
On completion of this module, students should be able to:
- demonstrate an in-depth comprehension of the topics/issues relevant to the project;
- select and apply the appropriate research methods for their chosen project area;
- demonstrate independent application of the knowledge, methods and techniques that he or she has acquired during the MSc programme in producing a solution in the project. Normally some elements of software implementation are expected;
- demonstrate skills in project management and research presentation;
- produce a critical evaluation on the outcome of the project.
The process of conducting a Masters project. Literature review and research methods. Writing up the dissertation. Regular meetings with supervisor(s) to discuss project work; where appropriate, meetings with external 'project owner' to ascertain direction and scope of project.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Supervision | 16 | 1 | 16 |
| Seminar | 8 | 1 | 8 |
| Private study hours | 575 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 25 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 600 | ||
Self-directed study: 575 hours
Regular meetings with supervisor(s);
Scoping and planning document
Progress Meeting with supervisor(s) and assessor.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Project | Dissertation | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated.
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Last updated: 07/10/2025
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