Physics Investigative Project

Module code: SPA7015U

Credits: 30.0
Semester: YEAR

Contact: Dr Craig Agnor

Students will use their skills and knowledge acquired at both BSc and Masters level to carry out an advanced independent open- ended research project in the area of physics or astronomy. This involves planning, executing and reporting the results of an experiment, theory or modelling at a level substantially exceeding the BSc course and involving a considerable degree of originality and independence. Each project is open-ended and performed in collaboration with a specialist supervisor.

Regular supervisor meetings are supplemented with tutorials that develop key skills such as understanding advanced research problems; effective reading and note taking; how to search existing specialist literature using Web of Science and other resources; conceptualising research; and effective showcasing of project and student skills.

The tutorials will also equip students with core employability advice and skills to prepare them for taking confident next steps into industry/academia after the end of their studies.

Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 50.0% Dissertation, 30.0% Practical, 20.0% Coursework
Level: 7