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Core Module Information
Module title: Capstone Project
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 40.00
ECTS credit value: 20
Module code: TBS11110
Module leader: Mania Moysidou
School The Business School
Subject area group: Generic - Business School
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This skill-based capstone module will bring together the knowledge and skills acquired during the entire period of your study. It will provide you with a unique perspective on how this particular programme subject matter intersects with the fields of Sustainability; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (or another contemporary issue that may be proposed by the School Industry Advisory Board). As such, this module will require you to individually identify, analyse and solve major challenges within a contemporary industry perspective. This module focuses on the consolidation of the knowledge that has been gained and encourages its use and application in real world contexts. This capstone project affords you opportunities to learn through active enquiry and research and will be undertaken as a culminating academic and intellectual experience toward the end of the programme. This project is designed so that you are able to demonstrate breadth of learning from the programme through applying knowledge that has been gained to a real world issue.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critical analyse and integrate knowledge and skills from your prior study to address complex, real-world problems relevant to your chosen field of study.

LO2: Design and execute a comprehensive project that showcases critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical abilities, demonstrating application to your subject area.

LO3: Critically evaluate and reflect on the capstone projects' outcomes in the context of your chosen field and reflexively identify areas of growth and improvement to your future career.

LO4: Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to present project findings, analyses, and recommendations to diverse audiences within the discipline.

LO5: Employ essential professional skills such as project management, research, and critical thinking to successfully complete the capstone project, preparing for future careers and demonstrating adaptability in a professional context.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 3, Blended,
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Occurrence: 003
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Mania Moysidou
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 6 You will be required to attend a series of formal lectures in weeks 2, 9 and 10.
Face To Face Tutorial 6 You will be required to attend a series of tutorials in weeks 3, 5 and 7. Included in these sessions will be feed-forward to guide your tasks and activities to guide your individual project.
Online Guided independent study 388 You will be required to work independently to complete their individual Capstone Project.
Total Study Hours400
Expected Total Study Hours for Module400


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Project - Written 60 1~2~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 7000 words You will be required to produce a 7000 word written Management Report that addresses the supplied scenario.
Report 15 3 Week 13 , WORDS= 1500 You will produce a 1500 word reflection on your individual learning achieved through the process of undertaking the Capstone Project and link this learning to employability skills/attributes that have been developed through your programme.
Oral Assessment 25 1~2~3~4~5 Week 13 HOURS= 15/20 minutes You will be required to deliver a presentation using templated slides that provides a synopsis of your project and foregrounds questioning by the examiners. The questions posed will require you to justify and rationalise your overall study and defend your conclusions and any recommendations.
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100
2025/6, Trimester 1, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Mania Moysidou
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 6 You will be required to attend a series of formal lectures in weeks 2, 9 and 10.
Face To Face Tutorial 6 You will be required to attend a series of tutorials in weeks 3, 5 and 7. Included in these sessions will be feed-forward to guide your tasks and activities to guide your individual project.
Online Guided independent study 388 You will be required to work independently to complete their individual Capstone Project.
Total Study Hours400
Expected Total Study Hours for Module400


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Project - Written 60 1~2~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 7000 words You will be required to produce a 7000 word written Management Report that addresses the supplied scenario.
Report 15 3 Week 13 , WORDS= 1500 You will produce a 1500 word reflection on your individual learning achieved through the process of undertaking the Capstone Project and link this learning to employability skills/attributes that have been developed through your programme.
Oral Assessment 25 1~2~3~4~5 Week 13 HOURS= 15/20 minutes You will be required to deliver a presentation using templated slides that provides a synopsis of your project and foregrounds questioning by the examiners. The questions posed will require you to justify and rationalise your overall study and defend your conclusions and any recommendations.
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100
2025/6, Trimester 2, Blended,
VIEW FULL DETAILS
Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: CRAIGLOCKHAR
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Mania Moysidou
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 6 You will be required to attend a series of formal lectures in weeks 2, 9 and 10.
Face To Face Tutorial 6 You will be required to attend a series of tutorials in weeks 3, 5 and 7. Included in these sessions will be feed-forward to guide your tasks and activities to guide your individual project.
Online Guided independent study 388 You will be required to work independently to complete their individual Capstone Project.
Total Study Hours400
Expected Total Study Hours for Module400


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Project - Written 60 1~2~4~5 Week 13 , WORDS= 7000 words You will be required to produce a 7000 word written Management Report that addresses the supplied scenario.
Report 15 3 Week 13 , WORDS= 1500 You will produce a 1500 word reflection on your individual learning achieved through the process of undertaking the Capstone Project and link this learning to employability skills/attributes that have been developed through your programme.
Oral Assessment 25 1~2~3~4~5 Week 13 HOURS= 15/20 minutes You will be required to deliver a presentation using templated slides that provides a synopsis of your project and foregrounds questioning by the examiners. The questions posed will require you to justify and rationalise your overall study and defend your conclusions and any recommendations.
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

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