In-depth exposure to a range of specialist technical issues at the forefront of technology within a limited range of topic areas in the chosen field of study.
Application of a range of complex specialist research techniques to the in-depth analysis of complex specialist problems in a limited range of topic areas within the chosen field of study.
Generation of innovative solutions to a range of complex specialist problems in a limited range of topic areas within the chosen field of study. These solutions will take into account stakeholders such as users, producers, and customers, and also the rapid change in technological innovation.
Extensive use of oral, written, and electronic communication at an advanced level to find specialist information and to explain, debate, and present highly complex arguments, proposals, and ideas while adapting to different audiences and circumstances.

Written technical report 50%
Presentation 20%
Interview 30%

Directed reading and learning, possibly class attendance.
Information gathering (Internet, books, technical articles, patents, company catalogues and literature, etc.)
Technical discussions with experts and specialists in Industry and University.
In-depth problem analysis and solution (analytical, experimental, and/or numerical).
Use of existing specialist software packages (technical, business, math, word-processing, database, project scheduling, etc.)
In-depth experimental work (industrial, academic, incl. computer simulations)
Report writing at a professional level, incl. feedback on drafts.
Preparation of oral presentation (and feedback on preparations).
Presentation and defence of work at seminars.

To be recommended on an individual basis by the supervisor.

Supervisor, library, computing facilities, Internet. In some cases access to experts, experimental and other facilities in sponsoring company.

None.