BSc Final Year Project (F3232)
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BSc Final Year Project
Module F3232
Module details for 2025/26.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
You will undertake a significant two-semester research project under the supervision of a member of teaching staff.
As part of this you will give an oral presentation and write a substantial report communicating your results. The topic will normally be chosen from a list that will vary from year to year and will be made available to you during the second semester of your second year.
Module learning outcomes
Carry out a research project with elements of open-endedness and independence
Give a written account of methodology, results and their significance
Give an oral account of the project’s aims and objectives
Demonstrate an understanding of aims and objectives
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 20.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Presentation | T2 Week 2 (20 minutes) | 100.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Observation | T2 Week 11 | 100.00% |
| Report | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Wed 16:00 | 50.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Personal Tutorial * | ||
| Spring Semester | Personal Tutorial * |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Kathy Romer
Convenor
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Prof David Seery
Convenor, Assess convenor
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