Demonstrate experience in independent investigation within a topic chosen by students

which is distinct from the taught syllabus of the degree course

Draw appropriate conclusions from the research work conducted

Demonstrate the ability to review, and reflect critically upon, relevant academic literature

Demonstrate the ability to form an argument and adduce appropriate supporting evidence

Demonstrate the ability to generate realistic testable hypotheses from the review of the

literature

Present material clearly and coherently in the form of text and related tables, diagrams,

and statistical or mathematical forms as appropriate

Demonstrate the ability of report writing on the research work conducted

Apply relevant theoretical and analytical techniques learnt from courses

Apply generic and transferable skills, such as acquire knowledge of key concepts and

ideas, abstract reasoning, diagrammatic skills, and information synthesis, writing skills,

numeracy skills, graphical, representational skills, use of information technology, and time

management and planning.