WOX7001 Research Methodology Assignment 1 2025/2026 – Universiti Malaya

Assignment 1: Research Problem Identification & Literature Review

Course learning outcome:

• CLO1 – Analyze the problem solving skills and computer science knowledge to solve real-world problems using the correct research methodology. (PLO1)
• CLO3 – Show an attitude and character in line with professional and ethical codes in computer science. (PLO11)

1. Assignment Instruction:

   i. This is an individual
   ii. The length of your report (Part A and Part B) must be between 2,500–3,000 words (excluding references)
   iii. The Assignment consists of 2 parts:

   a) Part A: Research Problem Identification (15%)

    

   • Choose one domain/research area in computer science domain (e.g., AI, data science, cybersecurity).
   • Identify and read at least FIVE journal articles on the selected domain/research (ISI journal Web of Science)
   • Based on your readings, please do the
     * State the research title (concise, clear and reflects the scope)
     * Write the abstract, research background, problem definition (Clearly articulate the research problem/gap), research objectives (3–4 SMART objectives), research questions, scope and contribution.
     * In-text citation is Use APA style for citation purposes.

b) Part B: Literature Gap Analysis

1. • Identify at least TEN relevant articles on your chosen topic for your literature review that address the objective stated in Part A (The articles must be relevant to your research.
   • Only WOS or Scopus index journal articles are
   • Article MUST be from the latest five years’ publications (>= 2021)
   • Write a critical literature review report based on your
     * Include a comparative analysis table (Highlight differences in methods, – * datasets, contexts, or findings). Refer to the sample of the table below.
     * Prepare the critical analysis (Evaluate strengths & weaknesses of existing works).
     * Identify research gap
     * In-text citations are Use APA style for citation purposes.

2. Submission Guidelines:

You are required to submit the following items by the end of week 6 (before 23 November 2025, 11:59 PM)

• Submission link will be provided by the respective group lecturer via Spectrum.
• Your file must be in PDF format with the file name should be yourname.pdf

3. Assessment Rubric (Part A):

4. Assessment Rubric (Part B):