Run by School of Computer Science and Electronic Engineering

120.000 Credits or 60.000 ECTS Credits

The MRes research project will enable the students to develop an enquiring, analytical, critical and creative approach to problem identification and solution. This will require the student to:

• Plan and execute an extended research project in Electronic Engineering that is close to, or at, the current state of the art.
• Communicate their findings in a clear and concisely written dissertation.

The Master of Research Project has been designed to develop an enquiring, analytical, critical and creative approach to problem identification and solution. Each student will carry out an individual project that will develop practical and analytical, or theoretical skills using research methods and techniques. The students will produce well-substantiated and validated results within the limits imposed by the time constraints of the programme. The students will be able to demonstrate their investigative ability and will be able to produce a substantial piece of research within the time available. The module, by allowing time for reflection, will allow students the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the nature of their chosen problem

excellent

Equivalent to the range 70%+. Assemble critically evaluated, relevent areas of knowledge and theory to constuct professional-level solutions to tasks and questions presented. Is able to cross-link themes and aspects to draw considered conclusions. Presents outputs in a cohesive, accurate, and efficient manner.

threshold

Equivalent to 50%. Uses key areas of theory or knowledge to meet the Learning Outcomes of the module. Is able to formulate an appropriate solution to accurately solve tasks and questions. Can identify individual aspects, but lacks an awareness of links between them and the wider contexts. Outputs can be understood, but lack structure and/or coherence.

good

Equivalent to the range 60%-69%. Is able to analyse a task or problem to decide which aspects of theory and knowledge to apply. Solutions are of a workable quality, demonstrating understanding of underlying principles. Major themes can be linked appropriately but may not be able to extend this to individual aspects. Outputs are readily understood, with an appropriate structure but may lack sophistication.

1. Identify and assess issues in their chosen field objectively and rationally using appropriate research methods.

2. Adopt an enquiring, analytical, critical and creative approach to problem identification and solution.

3. Communicate findings of their work, including summarising related works, to academics, peers and the wider subject community using appropriate field-specific notations, terms, and conventions where needed.

4. Implement research methodologies, that are appropriate to the problem, and the use subject-specific tools, processes and procedures.

Type	Name	Description	Weight
	Project Thesis		100.00

		Hours
Individual Project	Individual work designing and executing experiments, reviewing literature, preparing manuscripts for publication and creation of the thesis.	928
Private study	Personal improvement of literacy, numeracy, scientific and/or professional skills to be able to complete this project successfully. The exact make-up of this improvement will be discussed on a per-student basis by their supervisor.	200
Tutorial	Formal weekly meetings with the project supervisor, or the supervisory committee.	72

• Literacy - Proficiency in reading and writing through a variety of media
• Numeracy - Proficiency in using numbers at appropriate levels of accuracy
• Computer Literacy - Proficiency in using a varied range of computer software
• Self-Management - Able to work unsupervised in an efficient, punctual and structured manner. To examine the outcomes of tasks and events, and judge levels of quality and importance
• Exploring - Able to investigate, research and consider alternatives
• Information retrieval - Able to access different and multiple sources of information
• Critical analysis & Problem Solving - Able to deconstruct and analyse problems or complex situations. To find solutions to problems through analyses and exploration of all possibilities using appropriate methods, rescources and creativity.
• Presentation - Able to clearly present information and explanations to an audience. Through the written or oral mode of communication accurately and concisely.
• Management - Able to utilise, coordinate and control resources (human, physical and/or financial)
• Argument - Able to put forward, debate and justify an opinion or a course of action, with an individual or in a wider group setting
• Self-awareness & Reflectivity - Having an awareness of your own strengths, weaknesses, aims and objectives. Able to regularly review, evaluate and reflect upon the performance of yourself and others

• Identify emerging technologies and technology trends;
• Apply an understanding and appreciation of continuous improvement techniques
• Apply underpinning concepts and ideas of engineering;
• Formulate and analyse requirements and practical constraints of products, processes and services, place them in an engineering context and manage their implementation;
• Solve problems logically and systematically;
• Assess and choose optimal methods and approaches for the specification, design, implementation and evaluation of engineering solutions.
• Systematically review factors affecting the implementation of a project, including safety and sustainability;
• Plan, budget, organise and manage people and resources;
• Agree objectives and work plans with individuals;
• Appreciate the importance of designing products with due regard to good laboratory practice, health and safety considerations and ethical issues.
• Access and synthesize information and literature sources;
• Use both verbal and written communication skills to different target audiences;
• Communicate proposals persuasively and respond positively to feedback;
• Analyse and display data using appropriate methods and mathematical techniques;
• Demonstrate familiarity with relevant subject specific and general computer software packages.
• Demonstrate an awareness of current advances and contemporary approaches in the discipline and have strategies for keeping that awareness current;
• Demonstrate an awareness of the need to work safely and comply within relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks;
• Have an appreciation of moral, ethical, financial and environmental issues that may need to be considered when practicing as an engineer.¬†
• Knowledge and understanding of facts, concepts, principles & theories
• Use of such knowledge in modelling and design
• Problem solving strategies
• Analyse if/how a system meets current and future requirements
• Deploy theory in design, implementation and evaluation of systems
• Recognise legal, social, ethical & professional issues
• Knowledge and understanding of commercial and economic issues
• Knowledge of management techniques to achieve objectives
• Specify, design or construct computer-based systems
• Evaluate systems in terms of quality and trade-offs
• Recognise risk/safety for safe operation of computing equipment
• Deploy tools effectively
• Development of general transferable skills
• Deploy systems to meet business goals
• Methods, techniques and tools for information modelling, management and security
• Knowledge of systems architecture
• Specify, deploy, verify and maintain information systems
• Defining problems, managing design process and evaluating outcomes
• System Design
• Knowledge and/or understanding of appropriate scientific and engineering principles
• Knowledge and understanding of mathematical principles
• Knowledge and understanding of computational modelling
• Specify, deploy, verify and maintain computer-based systems
• Principles of appropriate supporting engineering and scientific disciplines

Compulsory in courses:

• H6AX: MRes Electronic Engineering year 1 (MRES/EE)