7D002E - Postgraduate Research Project 01 Sep 2027 - 31 Aug 2033 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 7D002E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Postgraduate Research Project | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Built and Sustainable Environment | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Built Environment | ||
| Module Leader: | Trevor Price | ||
| Module Team: | Thomas Lambourne, Darren Evans, Debbie Hughes, Angela Morris, Emmajane Mantle | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | 2032 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 60 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100962 - research skills | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2027 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2033 |
Module Aims
To enable students to critically evaluate research philosophies, designs, and methodologies relevant to business and market research.
To develop students’ ability to critically select and apply advanced qualitative research methods beyond interviewing.
To equip students to autonomously design and ethically justify a rigorous research project using appropriate methodological principles.
Content Summary
This module allows you to investigate a contemporary research question in depth, applying appropriate research methods to address a practical, professional or theoretical issue within the built environment and cognate areas.
You will begin with structured support in research methods, developing the skills needed to design a robust study, engage critically with academic and professional literature, and work confidently with qualitative or quantitative data. Working closely with an academic supervisor, you will produce either a research paper aligned to an academic journal or a professionally focused project report aligned with industry or policy contexts.
The research project enables you to draw together knowledge and skills developed across the course, including critical analysis, independent judgement and professional communication. The module concludes with a viva voce, where you will present and defend your work. By completing the project, you demonstrate your ability to plan, execute and communicate a substantial piece of postgraduate research, preparing you for advanced professional practice or further academic study.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes and workshops | 56 |
| Formative Assessment | 40 |
| Project Supervision | 9 |
| Guided Study | 21 |
| Summative assessment | 60 |
| Directed Study | 160 |
| Independent Study | 254 |
| Total Hours Selected | 600 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Design and justify a rigorous research project that applies appropriate methodologies, ethical considerations and data practices to investigate a contemporary issue within the built environment. |
| LO2 | Produce a structured academic research paper that demonstrates critical analysis, independent inquiry and clear communication of findings that contribute to academic knowledge or professional practice. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Research Plan / Proposal / Project/ Log | N/A | 0 | 9600 | 80 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Student Choice | N/A | 22 | N/A | 20 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Research Plan / Proposal / Project/ Log | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Student Choice | ✔ | ✔ | |