Overview

The dissertation exposes students to a significant project that
needs management under real world constraints. It will promote good project management and research skills, both in terms of dealing with a real world problem environment and the academic support required to underpin any proposed solution. It will Develop written reporting skills in a focused and supportive environment and provide opportunities to liaise and relate to external 'clients' in a commercial, industrial or academic environment.

The dissertation promotes the integration and enhancement of all the theoretical and practical skills developed during the preceding course units.

Objectives

On completion of this module, candidates will be able to:

	analyze and solve a significant practical or theoretical problem arising out of the material in the current programme of studies.
	plan and manage a significant project over an extended period of time.
	evaluate research material effectively in the solution of the problem.
	produce a written academic report of the project activities.

Supervision

Students will be allocated an experienced facilitator who has supervised  many projects and who understands the required standard and complexity  of the task. The University will try to match students with a supervisor who has knowledge and interest in the project topic even though they may not be expert in all aspects of the work. The supervisor’s role is to guide students through the project process and to help students if they experience any problems.