Module Code: H9RS
Long Title Research Project
Title Research Project
Module Level: LEVEL 9
EQF Level: 7
EHEA Level: Second Cycle
Credits: 25
Module Coordinator: CRISTINA HAVA MUNTEAN
Module Author: Cheryl Cooney
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Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Analyse, select and implement appropriate research methods and techniques
LO2 Research and critically analyse the state of the art of a problem domain
LO3 Propose, architect and implement an ICT solution related to the programme area
LO4 Evaluate the solution based on identified measures
LO5 Investigate potential future research possibilities
LO6 Present and defend the research findings through a viva, artefact/product demo and research paper style report.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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Co-requisite Modules
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Project
Learners have to submit a portfolio that consists of a research paper style report, an artefact/product, a user con guration manual and a presentation to be defended in a viva. A demo of the artefact/product developed will be required to be presented in the viva. The learner must attend and pass the viva. Students that wish to commercialise their project work or a project related technology have the opportunity to explore this path. In this case, students will be required to complete a template that identi es the potential commercial opportunities and explores the related markets. This document aims to justify the commercialisation of products or services as a results of work done for the project. Technology commercialisation applications will be reviewed by NCI Technology Transfer Office in terms of commercialisation potential. If the application is approved, NCI will provide protection for companyspin-out, protection of the invention and support for negotiation of licence agreements. Research paper style report The research paper style report shall comprise 4,000 to 6,000 words, up to 20 pages, and describes the individual research and production of an ICT solution. It shall follow the following format: introduction, background, design, implementation, evaluation and conclusion. A literature review should be included to situate the work in existing research. Learners are also required to critically analyse insights gained throughout the development and evaluation of their research application. In addition, learners should also identify future commercialisation opportunities and further research possibilities. Throughout the project learners are required to engage in formative assessments to evaluate their progress.
Literature review
The literature review should demonstrate evidence of independent research critically analysing the potential of an application / idea and provide insights into how it can be implemented and evaluated. This may build upon the work conducted in Semester 2 as part of Research in Computing module, but will have to be updated and revised based on feedback from supervisors.
Project Specifications
The project specifications describe the research background that includes the research question and definition of research variables.
Solution Development
Learners develop a solution that addresses the research question. This may involve the development of an application prototype, the design of an algorithm, the implementation of an innovative service or component of a system.
Evaluation
comprehensive evaluation must be conducted by each learner using multiple strategies; for example, an algorithm may be benchmarked by performance speci c metrics whilst an internet application or mobile application may be evaluated using suitable usability testing techniques. Statistical tools should be used to critically evaluate and assess the experimental research outputs and levels of significance.
Conclusion and Future Work
Learners must arrive at a conclusion from their research question as de ned within the position paper. A detailed future work section must be included showing the learners understanding of their own research conducted.
Viva
The viva shall involve a presentation of the research work carried out and a demonstration of the final results to at least two academic examiners. A demonstration of the developed artefact/product will be required during the viva.
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 10
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Research paper style report: Literature review
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 10
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Research paper style report: Project specification
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 20
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Research paper style report: Arte- fact/Product evaluation
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 10
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Research paper style report: Conclusion and future work
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 5
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Research paper style report: Referencing and references
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 30
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Artefact/Project Development
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 5
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5,6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
User configuration manual
Assessment Type: Project % of total: 10
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 6
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
Viva
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecturer Supervised Learning No Description 12 Once per semester 1.00
Independent Learning Time No Description 488 Once per semester 40.67
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecturer Supervised Learning supervision - circa one per week 1 Once per semester 0.08
Independent Learning Time No Description 41 Once per semester 3.42
Total Weekly Contact Hours 0.08
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Zobel, J.. (2004), Writing for computer science., 2nd Edition. Springer, Berlin.
  • Berndtsson, M.. (2008), Thesis projects: a guide for learners in computer science and information systems, Springer, London.
  • Chishti, Susanne and Janos Barberis. The FINTECH Book: The Financial Technology Handbook for Investors, Entrepreneurs and Visionaries, Wiley, [ISBN: 111921887X.].
  • Webster, Jane and Richard TWatson. Analyzing the past to prepare for the future:Writing a Literature Review, MIS Quarterly.
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