CS5098
Group Project and Dissertation in Computer Science
2017-2018
60
30
SCQF level 11
Full Year
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 60
ECTS credits : 30
Level : SCQF level 11
Semester: Full Year
Planned timetable:
This module is a group-based MSc project on a topic in Computer Science. It results in an individual dissertation of no more than 15,000 words submitted by each student. Typically the dissertation comprises a review of related work, the extension of old or development of new ideas, software implementation and testing, analyses and evaluation. The dissertation may also include an agreed collaboratively-written group report. Each student is individually assessed, taking into account both individual and group submissions. Students are required to give a presentation of their work.
Pre-requisite(s): Requires admission to dissertation phase of MSc and permission of the Head of School
Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take CS5099
Weekly contact: Meetings with supervisor.
Scheduled learning hours: 13
Guided independent study hours: 587
As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%