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PHYM416 Project2007-2008Code: PHYM416Title: Project Instructors: Dr P.G. Petrov and Research Group Staff CATS credits: 60 ECTS credits: 30 Availability: Physics programmes with study abroad only Level: M Pre-requisites: N/A Co-requisites: N/A Background Assumed: - Duration: Semesters I and II Directed Study Time: 40 hours nominal (supervision) Private Study Time: 560 hours Assessment Tasks Time: - Observation report: awaiting notification AimsA major distinguishing feature of the MPhys degree is its substantial project which requires students to apply the knowledge they have acquired to a real problem in a research environment. The aim is to foster the skills in open-ended problem solving necessary for the practising physicist. Intended Learning OutcomesGive a scientific presentation, work in the context of a research group, keep a research notebook, present and defend a scientific poster, write a scientific report. Transferable SkillsTime-management; working in groups; report writing; keeping a research notebook; oral and written presentation, communication. Learning and Teaching MethodsSupervision sessions, self-study, on-the-job training. AssignmentsOral presentation, poster, final report, weekly reports as detailed below. AssessmentOral presentation (4%), laboratory work and viva voce (32%), poster presentation (8%), further laboratory work and viva voce (15%), dissertation and viva voce (41%) Syllabus Plan and ContentStudents will work in one of the existing main research groups in the School. Over the period of the project, they will learn what it means to work in an active research group. The students will not only develop research skills and communication skills but also gain valuable experience in team work. Between two and four students will work on a particular research topic, and within the group the students will work in pairs. Note: All students should refer to the detailed description of the MPhys projects and assessment criteria (Study Abroad Programmes) in the School Handbook.
Core TextNot applicableSupplementary Text(s)Not applicableFormative MechanismsStudents have a weekly supervision meeting with their supervisor(s). Evaluation MechanismsFeedback from students on the module forms part of the weekly supervision meetings. Students can also discuss matters with the second assessor for their project or the MPhys Projects Co-ordinator. |