This can be in the form of either advanced textbooks or research papers. In some circumstances there could be also be a practical element. The assessment of an ISO will be carried out by the supervisor and a second marker, and will normally involve a presentation with time for discussion. The grades will be A, B, C, D and Fail. Grades A and B will be awarded if the work demonstrated potential for original research.
Students can either choose from the suggestions provided by staff , or propose their own.