Course coordinator
Dr Nan Ye
Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 1, 2025 (24/02/2025 - 21/06/2025)
- Study level
- Postgraduate Coursework
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 4
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Elec Engineering & Comp Science School
(First offered from Semester 1, 2018) The capstone project will focus on tackling a data science problem sourced from science, government or industry. Capstone projects can be research oriented or development oriented.
The capstone project will enable students to bring together their technical, analytic and interpretive skills to execute an end-to-end data science project in a scientific, government or industry setting. This course represents the second part of the capstone project and is focussed on the implementation and conclusion of the project proposed during DATA7901.ﾠ
Course requirements
Assumed background
Students should complete this course in their final year of Master of Data Science. This course is the continuation of DATA7901 which needs to be successfully completed prior to this course.
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
DATA7901
Course contact
Aims and outcomes
The capstone project will focus on tackling a data science problem sourced from science, government or industry. Capstone projects can be research oriented or development oriented. Specifically, the course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to perform the design section of a data science project. This involves a precise problem formulation and effective communication with the project associates such as clients, managers, and investors.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Synthesise information from a variety of sources to develop informed solutions.
LO2.
Implement a data science approach to solving a problem within a given application context.
LO3.
Apply, optimise and evaluate appropriate data science techniques to a practical problem, taking into account ethical and legal aspects.
LO4.
Present project outcomes in a coherent manner with compelling arguments and appropriate use of visual aids and digital technology.
LO5.
Write a technical project report that clearly describes the problem, motivation, methodology and findings, with justifications where necessary.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Presentation |
Presentation
|
40% |
19/05/2025 - 23/05/2025 |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation |
Final report
|
60% |
11/06/2025 2:00 pm |
A hurdle is an assessment requirement that must be satisfied in order to receive a specific grade for the course. Check the assessment details for more information about hurdle requirements.
Assessment details
Presentation
- Hurdle
- Identity Verified
- Mode
- Activity/ Performance
- Category
- Presentation
- Weight
- 40%
- Due date
19/05/2025 - 23/05/2025
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
Each student must verbally and visually present the results of their work at a time negotiated with their supervisor and examiner. The duration of the presentation will be 20 minutes followed by questions. The presentation may include a demonstration of software produced during the project. An electronic copy of the slides used in the presentation is to be submitted to the supervisor and examiner at the time of the presentation.
In accordance with UQ Assessment Policy, your presentation will be recorded.
Use of AI Tools
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
You must achieve at least 40% in this assessment to pass the course.Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
This course uses a progressive assessment approach where feedback and/or detailed solutions will be released to students within 14 days.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Final report
- Hurdle
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 60%
- Due date
11/06/2025 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
The final report reports on the results from the student's project. It should be written as to facilitate assessment by persons other than the supervisor, and should comprehensively include material on the problems and goals of the project, applicable methods, the approach taken, major decisions and the reasons for the selection of goals and methods, results, the extent to which the goals have been achieved, the relevance, importance and context of achievements and the reasons for any shortcomings.
Use of AI Tools
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Translation (MT). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Hurdle requirements
You must achieve at least 40% in this assessment to pass the course.Submission guidelines
You must submit your final report through the Turnitin link provided on Blackboard. Any supplementary files may be uploaded as a single zip file on Blackboard.
Students undertaking industry projects that include an embargo on their final report should contact the course coordinator regarding submission.
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
The maximum extension allowed is 7 days. Extensions are given in multiples of 24 hours.
This course uses a progressive assessment approach where feedback and/or detailed solutions will be released to students within 14 days.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Students will receive a grade of 1 if their final mark is less than 20% and they have submitted at least one piece of assessment. |
| 2 (Fail) |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Students will receive a grade of 2 if they meet all of the following criteria: an overall mark of at least 20%, not satisfy the criteria for a higher grade. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes Course grade description: Students will receive a grade of 3 if they meet all of the following criteria: an overall mark of at least 47%, not satisfy the criteria for a higher grade. |
| 4 (Pass) |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Students will receive a grade of 4 if they meet all of the following criteria: an overall mark of at least 50%, a final report mark of at least 40%, a presentation mark of at least 40%, not satisfy the criteria for a higher grade. |
| 5 (Credit) |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Students will receive a grade of 5 if they meet all of the following criteria: an overall mark of at least 65%, a final report mark of at least 50%, a presentation mark of at least 50%, not satisfy the criteria for a higher grade. |
| 6 (Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Students will receive a grade of 6 if they meet all of the following criteria: an overall mark of at least 75%, a final report mark of at least 65%, a presentation mark of at least 65%, not satisfy the criteria for a higher grade. |
| 7 (High Distinction) |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. Course grade description: Students will receive a grade of 7 if they meet all of the following criteria: an overall mark of at least 85%, a final report mark of at least 75%, a presentation mark of at least 75%. |
Additional course grading information
Your overall percentage will be calculated as per assessment item weights above and then rounded to the nearest whole percent before cutoffs are applied (e.g. 84.5% is a 7). The course coordinator reserves the right to moderate marks.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is not available for some items in this course.
Supplementary assessment will involved submission of revised project reports and, if necessary, redoing the presentation.
Additional assessment information
Having Troubles?
If you are having difficulties with any aspect of the course material you should seek help. Speak to the course teaching staff.
If external circumstances are affecting your ability to work on the course, you should seek help as soon as possible. The University and UQ Union have organisations and staff who are able to help, for example, UQ Student Services are able to help with study and exam skills, tertiary learning skills, writing skills, financial assistance, personal issues, and disability services (among other things).
Complaints and criticisms should be directed in the first instance to the course coordinator. If you are not satisfied with the outcome, you may bring the matter to the attention of the School of EECS Director of Teaching and Learning.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Library resources are available on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
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Not Timetabled |
Data Science Project Build This runs through the entire semester. It is important to remember that you largely drive your project. You are responsible for managing the timely completion of your project, generating ideas, working through difficulties, searching for appropriate resources, and completing your project deliverables on time. Your supervisor's role should be as an advisor and mentor. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04, L05 |
Policies and procedures
University policies and procedures apply to all aspects of student life. As a UQ student, you must comply with University-wide and program-specific requirements, including the:
- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Examinations Procedure
- Reasonable Adjustments - Students Policy and Procedure
Learn more about UQ policies on my.UQ and the Policy and Procedure Library.
School guidelines
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