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MODULE DESCRIPTOR
Module Title
Honours Project (Graduate Apprenticeship)
Reference EN4103 Version 3
Created April 2023 SCQF Level SCQF 10
Approved July 2018 SCQF Points 30
Amended August 2023 ECTS Points 15

Aims of Module
To provide the student with the ability to undertake a major individual research project and to report on the findings of the research.

Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
1 Manage a major technical project producing appropriate project documentation.
2 Conduct a focussed literature search on current practices and technologies in the field.
3 Undertake a major investigative task, using initiative, imagination and creativity.
4 Communicate effectively on project work through a well structured report.
5 Apply appropriate skills in planning and execution of the project, preparation and delivery of technical logbook, poster and oral presentation.

Indicative Module Content
There is no formal syllabus for this module. The project should have research and development-related objectives to deliver a useful outcome relevant to a workplace company. The scope of work must include both technical and non-technical aspects appropriate to the requirements of these stakeholders and the level of course. The final report should display clear evidence of transferrable skills. Project work is based on real world problems, and engages students in analysis, research and discussion of contemporary issues, including consideration of professional ethics. The student should draw on upon a wide variety of contexts and discipline areas to construct a coherent argument, frame the project aim and objectives and generate possible solutions. There is a focus on personalised learning as the student designs, dictates and drives the nature and pace of their learning throughout the duration of the module.

Module Delivery
The module is delivered by means of online learning materials using CampusMoodle. Tutored support for online directed study and mentor support in the work place. Workplace credited activity will be included.

Indicative Student Workload Full Time Part Time
Contact Hours 30 N/A
Non-Contact Hours 30 N/A
Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours 240 N/A
TOTAL 300 N/A
Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body 240  

ASSESSMENT PLAN
If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only.
Component 1
Type: Coursework Weighting: 70% Outcomes Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4
Description: Project report
Component 2
Type: Coursework Weighting: 30% Outcomes Assessed: 5
Description: Project planning and execution, logbook, poster and oral presentation.

MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR
Explanatory Text
The module has 2 components and to gain an overall pass a minimum D grade must be achieved in each component. The component weighting is as follows: C1 (y-axis) is worth 70% and C2 (x-axis) is worth 30%.
Coursework:
Coursework: A B C D E F NS
A A A B B E E
B B B B C E E
C B C C C E E
D C C D D E E
E E E E E E F
F F F F F F F
NS Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination

Module Requirements
Prerequisites for Module Completion of Stage 3, SCQF Level 9, or equivalent.
Corequisites for module None.
Precluded Modules None.

INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY
1 School of Engineering Project Guidelines document. (Guidelines relating to the operation of the project and the structure and content of the report - available on CampusMoodle.)
2 Required reading is specific to individual projects.

Robert Gordon University, Garthdee House, Aberdeen, AB10 7QB, Scotland, UK: a Scottish charity, registration No. SC013781