UC3BAD20 Bachelor Project

UC3BAD20 Bachelor Project

  • Course description
    • NQF Level
      Bachelor's degree (Level 6 1. Cycle)
    • Area of Study
      Computing
    • Program of Study
      Applied Data Science
    • ECTS
      20
    • Campus
      Kristiansand, OnlinePLUS - Oslo, Online
    • Course Leader
      Emlyn Butterfield
Introduction

Language of Instruction and assessment: English
May be offered on Campus and Online.
May be offered as a separate course.

Included in the following bachelor's degrees:

  • Applied Data Science
Course Aim(s)

The course aims to provide students with the ability to create a substantial body of work, though the development and implementation will provide the of core skills related to their program of study.

Course Learning Outcomes
Knowledge

The student has knowledge of

K1 to develop knowledge in an area of the student’s choice related to the program of study.
K2 should understand the elements of a successful project.
K3 demonstrate a systematic understanding of knowledge, and a critical awareness of current problems and/or new insights, in their field of study.
K4 the application of tools, technologies and methodologies used in the development of solutions within the domain of the bachelor program of study.
K5 display a widespread appreciation of investigative methods applicable to their own research or advanced scholarship.
Skills

The student gain skills in

S1 be able to prepare a formal and critically analytical thesis.
S2 undertake a substantial degree program-related project in a professional manner.
S3 ability to select and apply the tools, techniques and methodologies required to undertake domain-specific work in a professional manor.
S4 implement established techniques of research and enquiry in order to create and interpret knowledge in the discipline.
S5 be able to critically reflect upon their academic and professional development.
General Competence

The student can demonstrate

G1 a degree of self-reliance and self-motivation through successful completion of an individual project.
G2 effectively present problems, solutions, theories and arguments in an appropriately professional manor.
G3 engage in self-reflection as appropriate for a professional practitioner.
G4 the importance and challenges of successful and effective project management.
G5 professional level of awareness with current issues, developments and trends related to the topic of the program of study.
Course Topics

Students have an opportunity to integrate subjects studied earlier in their degree, applying skills and knowledge gained in previous courses. The students should attempt an appropriate problem in a methodological approach. The problem should be specified in terms of an appropriate hypothesis, and clearly stated aim(s) and objectives with related deliverables. The content of the project will vary depending on the nature of the problem but should include aspects of the following:

  • Independent thinking and justification of rationale and decisions
  • Demonstration of project management skills

The project should also address

  • Formulation of aims and objectives and a project plan
  • Research, review and integration of information from a variety of appropriate sources
  • The creation of a set of requirements
  • Development of appropriate design or methodology
  • The development and creation / implementation of an artefact
  • Evaluation and critical appraisal of the research artefact and the project as a whole
Teaching Methods
  1. Teaching will be based on a hybrid-flexible approach. Instructor-led face-to-face learning is combined with online learning in a flexible course structure that gives students the option of attending sessions in the classroom, participating online, or doing both.
  2. All activities require active student participation in their own learning.
  3. Learning delivery methods and available resources will be selected to ensure constructive alignment with course content, learning outcomes and assessment criteria.
  4. Students will be taught using a mixture of guidance, self-study, and lecture material. Topics will be introduced in a series of weekly lectures. The guidance sessions will be directed practical exercises and reading in which students can explore topics with support from a teacher. This material will also require students to self-manage their time to ensure tasks are completed and the theory is fully understood. This will allow the students to fully engage with lectures and with their peers.
Resources and Equipment
  1. Learning resources are available in the LMS and include, but is not limited to:
    • literature and online reading material (essential and recommended)
    • streams, recordings and other digital resources, where applicable
    • video conferencing and communication platforms, if applicable
    • tools, software and libraries, where applicable
  2. Students must have access to an internet connection, and suitable hardware.
    • Accessing live streams and virtual laboratories requires a minimum broadband connection of 2Mbps (4Mbps recommended).
  3. Students working on their own laptop/computer are required to acquire appropriate communications software, e.g., webcam, microphone, headphones.
Prerequisite Knowledge

UC2ST210 Studio 2, or equivalent course(s).

Reading List

The reading list for this course and any additional electronic resources will be provided in the LMS.

Study Workload

500 nominal hours.
Study workload applies to both Campus and Online students.

ActivityDuration
Teacher-led activity
10
Teacher-supported work
10
Self-study
480
Work Requirements

Mandatory Assignments are assessed as Approved or Not Approved.

NameRequirementScopeRequirement typeComment
Mandatory Assignment
Course requirement
Mandatory Assignment
Course requirement
Mandatory Assignment
Course requirement
Assessment Strategy

All mandatory assignments must be passed in order to attempt the exam.
This course has one (1) exam contributing towards the overall and final grade of the course.

The exam must be assessed as passed to receive the final Course Grade.

Form of assessmentGrading scaleGroupingDuration of assessment
Bachelor Thesis
A-F