Five written assignments (12% each) based on topics developed in the lectures, each culminating in a short report, totalling not more than 2000 words (5 x 400 words), due in weeks 2, 4, 7, 10 and 12, (60%).
One major written data analysis assignment (2000 words), due in the second week of the examination period, (40%)
There is a hurdle requirement of a minimum 50% mark on the major assignment for satisfactory completion.