In this paper, you are asked to evaluate findings, illustrate appropriate conclusions from analysis of the data and make recommendations and develop solutions for the identified problems. Furthermore, in relation to subject-based skills you are asked to develop professional employability skills to meet the needs of the project and reflect skills such as awareness, problem-solving and analytical skills, etc. finally, identify,, evaluate and discuss the limitations of research methods.

Module Specifications

The learning outcomes assessed in the Project assessment are:

Knowledge

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the academic theory relevant to the project
2. Appreciate the complexity and relevance of ethical issues when researching and managing a project

Thinking skills

1. Evaluate findings, draw appropriate conclusions from analysis of the data and make recommendations and/or develop solutions for problems identified

Subject-based practical skills

1. Develop professional employability skills to meet the needs of the project and career aspirations
2. Reflect on skills developed in undertaking a report which may include commercial awareness, problem-solving and analytical skills, planning and organisation skills, meeting deadlines,  research and information literacy skills, use of IT and academic writing skills
3. Frame a project topic that takes due account of students’ resources, capabilities and interests
4. Identify, evaluate and discuss the limitations of research methods and other barriers to completion of a satisfactory project

Skills for life and work (general skills)

1. Demonstrate the capacity to collect, analyse and interpret a range of data

Communicate in a clear and structured manner

Thinking skills

1. Evaluate findings, draw appropriate conclusions from analysis of the data and make recommendations and/or develop solutions for problems identified