PHYC40960 Physics Project

Academic Year 2020/2021

This module involves an extended research project in physics, with topics including but not restricted to: Biophysics, Atomic, Molecular and Plasma Physics, Plasmonics, Molecular Dynamics and Nanophotonics. Based on original research articles, the student will explore a current research topic of his/her choice selected from a list proposed by the module co-ordinator, and will be supported by an appropriate supervisor. The student will summarise their findings in a written report and an oral presentation.

Show/hide contentOpenClose All

Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

The student will be capable of independently studying original research literature and using this as a background for pursuing their own research under the guidance of their supervisor. They will be able to present their research findings as a written report and through a presentation to a general physics audience.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Project Supervision

40
Specified Learning Activities

100
Autonomous Student Learning

60
Total

200
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
The final-year projects involve working closely with a supervisor on an original research project. The module involves substantial independent study and exploration, guided by the supervisor who provides both mentorship and individual tutoring in regular face-to-face meetings. The student gains experience in research methods, presenting results of research, and writing a short thesis. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Presentation: Presentation on research topic of choice End of Year Transition n/a Graded No

30
Project: Written report on research topic of choice End of Year Transition n/a Graded No

70

Carry forward of passed components
No
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Summer No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Feedback is given continually by the project supervisor at regular face-to-face meetings. Feedback will be provided by the project supervisor or module coordinator after the the final presentation in April. The opportunity for feedback from the supervisor on a draft of the thesis should be available, provided the draft is supplied in good time before the final deadline. Feedback on the final thesis post-grading is available upon request.