Problem_solving |
Students are expected to devise a research enquiry and to use appropriate techniques to solve the problem. |
Research skills |
Research skills are integral to the successful completion of the module as it is based on a research enquiry. |
Communication |
Students will present their work to their colleagues and to members of staff through the medium of a formal presentation. |
Improving own Learning and Performance |
Students will conduct much of this work independently; therefore there is a requirement for them to read appropriate literature and to ensure that maintain good time management to complete the research on time. |
Team work |
Team work will be required for the acquisition of ground truth data. |
Information Technology |
Depending on the thesis topic, students will use a variety of advanced data processing and presentation software. |
Application of Number |
The research will involve the analysis of data. Statistical tests will be performed on the data set. |
Personal Development and Career planning |
Independent work and time management. |
Subject Specific Skills |
Students will further their skills in River Basin Dynamics and Management through the completion of the thesis. |