Portfolio will normally comprise the 6-monthly reports (including the dissertation); refereed papers and articles submitted by the candidate; Executive Summary of (4,500 words max) which explains the contents of portfolio in the context of the research programme and directs the reader to evidence which describes the innovation(s) and contribution(s) to knowledge contained in the portfolio.

Summary and Portfolio

Oral examination to test candidate&#39;s competency. This is a pass/fail assessment.

Oral Exam to test Competency

Outcomes from the investigative projects are brought together in a single piece of work, which can be used to demonstrate the contribution of the work to the creation of new knowledge, and to disseminate research outputs in the form of a journal publication and to a non-specialist audience.

Reflective Module - 8004ENGD

Reflective Module

Explain the techniques used in the project and why they are appropriate to the research;

Creation and interpretation of new knowledge, through original research of a quality to satisfy peer review, extend the forefront of the discipline, and merit publication;

Present ideas and conclusions of the research project clearly and effectively with critical discussion;

Self-direction and effective decision making in complex and unpredictable situations and the ability to evaluate their own achievement and that of others;