Research: Final Major Project

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2025.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU007931
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Grade Descriptors

  • GD2-Application of knowledge
  • GD3-Application of skills
  • GD4-Use of information
  • GD6-Autonomy/Independence
  • GD7-Quality

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Be able to plan a final major project.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Identify and agree a final major project, located within a knowledge domain relevant to the named Diploma.
  • 1.2
    Explain the aims of the project.
  • 1.3
    Develop a project brief.
  • 1.4
    Identify any ethical, practical or safety issues and how these will be managed/overcome.
  • 1.5
    Maintain a record of project progress through all stages of research, development and completion.
2.

Be able to conduct research.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Carry out research from a wide range of sources.
3.

Be able to develop ideas.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Develop and record ideas.
  • 3.2
    Analyse and evaluate research findings.
4.

Be able to develop a body of work to meet the project brief.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Produce a body of work which meets the brief and
    includes complex ideas and innovative uses of materials and processes.
  • 4.2
    If appropriate, work safely with regard to the environment, equipment and hazardous materials.
5.

Know how to present the project.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Present the body of work in a style appropriate to the knowledge domain.
  • 5.2
    Reference key sources using a recommended style of referencing.
6.

Be able to evaluate own research project.

Assessment Criteria

  • 6.1
    Reflect on the design and methodology of the project.
  • 6.2
    Evaluate the body of work in relation to aims and research.
  • 6.3
    Identify recommendations for the future.