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In this module you will conduct an independent research and/or work-related project, developing skills in project planning and time management, critical analysis and interpretation of data, and the ability to communicate the results of a study. You will design, develop and implement an investigation either in a topic of relevance to your field of study or in a project that is of benefit to the organisation as well as your own professional development. The module requires you to apply knowledge and skills to developing appropriate solutions to work related issues/challenges/problems. With your project supervisor (and, where appropriate, your line manager).
The module content is driven by the needs and requirements of the individual projects, and thus is highly diverse and individualised. There is however a core content, which includes the design of scientific investigations/work-related project, time management and project planning, data collection and analysis, use of appropriate information technology and statistical analysis to guide interpretation of data, and report presentation and development. You are also required to attain appropriate levels of knowledge of safe practice in the laboratory or field.

On completion of this module you wil be able to:
LO1: Prepare a project proposal, based on identification and review of relevant literature, consideration of experimental design and methodologies, safety considerations and feasibility;
LO2: Develop a programme of independent research/study, using appropriate investigative techniques and research tools/methodologies.
LO3: Apply appropriate methodologies and organise and analyse data derived
LO4: Analyse results and present them in the context of previously published information, as part of a detailed report, to appropriate standards of presentation
LO5: Present the results of the investigation visually and orally to an audience of peers and tutors