Based on the project proposal, this major project requires the student to carry out research into a suitable area as indicated in the negotiation and learning agreement, which will lead to the development of an appropriate process or artefact.

Assessment comprising:-
Outline project proposal (2000 words) (20%) assessing LOs 1&2
In course assessment - interim report and presentation Project report (7500 words)(60%) assessing LOs 1,2 3and 4
Final presentation and demonstration (15 mins plus questions and discussion)(20%). Demonstrates achievement of learning outcomes 1 to 5.

As appropriate to project

Blackboard VLE
Library facilities
Others as appropriate to project

1) Investigate and document the problem, context, domain and technical aspects of the project. (Knowledge and Understanding, Enquiry, Learning).
2) Investigate, document, justify, evaluate and apply appropriate analysis and design methods as part of methodology or framework. (Analysis and Investigation).
3) Create and document appropriate models and develop and document workable, accurate solutions to the problem. (Application, Problem Solving).
4) Develop, apply and document an appropriate artefact transforming your model into an effective solution. (Application, Problem Solving).
5) Test, evaluate and document the project artefact critically evaluating the process and result. (Application, Analysis, Communication, Reflection).