1.   Introduction

2.   Objectives

3.   Credits and durations

4.   Implementation

5.   Title selection

6.   Project assessments

7.   Responsibilities

8.   Format for proposal and project report

9.   Bibliography and Appendices

Introduction

Final Year Project (FYP) is a requirement for students to graduate from the Department  of  Communication,  KIRKHS.  It  is  divided  into  two  courses (COMM4994 and COMM4996) that will be conducted in two consecutive semesters. Students are expected to conduct a communication research project independently, from start to finish under the supervision of one of the faculty members. Only students who have fulfilled the following requirements can take this course:

1. Under the 171-study plan

2. Already in the third year of study

3. Completed the pre-requisite courses:

a. Statistics (COMM)

b. Research Methods (COMM)

c. Media and Communication Theories (COMM 3200)

Objectives

The aim of FYP is to provide the opportunity for students to apply and integrate theoretical  knowledge  and  principles,  taught  in  the  course,  into  a  written research  document.  It  also  provides   the  opportunity  for  the   students  to demonstrate independence and originality, as well as to plan and organize a research project. project over a certain period of time.

Credits & Duration

The whole project carries 6 credits and is divided into two courses (FYP1 and FYP2) that must be completed in two consecutive semesters.

In the first semester, students will select or propose the title. A full research proposal (FYP1) must be completed in the same semester. Students who fail FYP1 will have to retake the course and will not be allowed to proceed with FYP2.

In the second semester, students are expected to carry out and complete their research work. A research paper must be submitted before the end of the second semester.

Implementation

1.   Project Title

Proposed by lecturers or students. Students are advised to select titles related to their program.  FYP Coordinator will ensure that all the project titles and   scope are adequate with FYP.

2.   FYP 1 (COMM4994)

This course will enhance students’ abilities and skills in planning and proposing a research project based on their area of interest.

a.    The learning outcomes for COMM4994 are:

•   Evaluate media and communication theories, methods, research, and applications when searching and reviewing communication literature.

•   Propose appropriate writing techniques for research project

•   Adapt scientific ways in writing and presenting ideas

Project Assessment

Students will be assessed based on their performance during implementing the project. Students are expected to meet the supervisor and discuss the project work at least 5 times per semester. The assessment is carried out on individual basis.  It will be assessed by Project Supervisor based on following:

1.   COMM4994 – FYP 1

a.    Introduction (30%)

b.   Literature Review (20%)

c.   Methodology (30%)

d.   Format and language (10%)

e.   Consultation (10%)

2.   COMM4996 – FYP 2

a.   Introduction (10%)

b.   Literature review (10%)

c.   Methodology (10%)

d.   Findings/Results (30%)

e.   Discussion and conclusion (20%)

f.   Format and language (10%)

g.   Consultation (10%)

Responsibilities

Student’s Responsibilities

Once a project has been assigned to the students, it will be the students’ responsibility  to  consult  the  supervisor  in  order  to  ensure  that  they  understand the objectives of the project, expectations from the project and  the deliverables. Students are strongly advised to setup weekly or regular  meetings with their supervisor to seek advice and to review the progress of their project.   Students need to consult their assigned supervisors at least 5 times in one semester.

Supervisor’s Responsibilities

The supervisor will set the requirements of the project and the students will have to meet the requirements. The supervisor will guide the students in the project; as well as recommend approaches, techniques and methods appropriate to achieve the project’s objectives. Establish regular meeting time and identify a timetable for completion of the various elements of research project.

FYP Coordinator’s Responsibilities

The FYP Coordinator will be responsible to ensure the implementation of FYP. The coordinator will collect and organize the suggested project titles, publish as well as assign project titles to the students upon approval from  the  FYP  Committee.   The  Coordinator  will   also  organize  the presentation  sessions,  collect  evaluation  forms  from  supervisors  and examiners, and work out the final grades.

Format for Proposal/Report

Forms and Conditions

The report must be printed on A4 white, unlined paper. Printing must appear on only one side of each sheet unless such illustrations as charts, drawings or photographs need to be printed on facing pages for clarity.

Computers or word processors are recommended for writing report.

1. Language - Report shall be written in English language only due to the

technical aspects and terminology used for the project.

2. Front page -  Title  of project,  name  of  student  name  of  diploma, academic semester and IIUM on the front page shall be typed in bold capital letters. The minimum font size shall be  12-point. The above information shall be typed at centerline.

3. Typing - The entire text of the report, headings, and page numbers must be typed using Times New Roman, Tahoma or equivalent. The font size acceptable for the general text is  11  to  12  point  and  should not be scripted or italicized except for scientific names and terms in different languages. Footnotes and text in Tables should be at least 8-point. Bold print can be used for headings. Erased parts must be clean.