MIT203 Mobile Application Development
Assessment 3: Final Group Project & Research Report
Unit: MIT203 Mobile Application Development
Due Date: 09/06/2025
Total Marks: This assessment is worth 40% of the full marks in the unit.
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Instructions:
1. This is a group-based project with an individual research report component.
2. Groups will complete the full development of a mobile app and submit a final report.
3. Each student must submit an individual reflection report discussing their contribution
and experience.
4. The group will formally present their app in class.
5. The group must submit the PowerPoint presentation slides to Moodle at least 24 hours
before the scheduled presentation time.
6. Each student will individually submit a research report analyzing an existing mobile app
in the market. Each student will clarify their contribution to the group projects and how
they overcome the challenges.
7. All submissions must be uploaded to Moodle by the deadline.
8. Late submissions will incur penalties as per university policy.
9. Please save the group documents as MIT203_GroupX_Assessment3.zip
10. Please save the individual report document as
MIT203_FirstnameSurname_StudentID_Assessment3_Reflection.docx
Part A: Group Project - App Development & Presentation (25%)
Task:
Each group will finalize their mobile application development and prepare a presentation. The
tasks include:
1. Complete the implementation of the mobile app.
2. Test the app and document test results.
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3. Create a demonstration video showing how the app functions.
4. Prepare a project report, including:
o Description of app features
o Development methodology
o Testing results & feedback from users
o User manual
5. Write an individual reflection report about your contribution to the project.
6. Present the app in class, showcasing key features and functionality.
Submission:
• One ZIP file per group, containing:
o Complete source code
o Final project report
o Test logs and user feedback
o User manual
o Video demonstration
o Power-Point Presentation Document
• One DOCX file per student, containing:
o Individual reflection report (400–600 words)
Marking Criteria (25% Total)
Criteria Marks
Fair distribution of teamwork & clear member contributions 4
Fully functional app with working features 6
Creativity & innovation of the app 4
Thorough testing with documented results 3
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User testing feedback & improvements based on feedback 3
Quality of final project report 3
In-class presentation, clarity, and engagement 2
Part B: Individual Research Report (15%)
Task:
Each student will write an individual research report analyzing a mobile app available in the
market. The report should include:
1. Market analysis: The app’s success, target audience, and competition.
2. Key features: What makes the app interesting and popular?
3. User Interface (UI) design: Breakdown of UI elements, usability, and user experience.
4. Mobile technologies used: Discussion on mobile frameworks, APIs, and integrations.
5. Limitations & improvements: Identify weaknesses and suggest potential
improvements.
6. Personal insights and suggestions: Critical evaluation and potential future
enhancements.
7. Your individual contributions to the group project with highlighting any challenges
you might face and how you tackled them
Submission:
• One DOCX file per student, named:
MIT203_FirstnameSurname_StudentID_Assessment3_Reflection.docx
• Word Limit: 1500–2000 words
• Harvard referencing style must be used.
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Marking Criteria (15% Total)
Criteria Marks
Analysis of market fit & potential growth strategies 4
Explanation of key attractive features 3
Breakdown of UI & user experience analysis 3
Discussion on technical aspects of the app 2
Identification of limitations & proposed solutions 2
Original thoughts & constructive suggestions 1
Mapping of Weekly Content to Assessment Tasks
To help you align your work with lecture topics, here’s a mapping of key weekly content to the
expectations in Assessment 3:
Week Topic(s) Relevant Assessment Area(s)
Week 3 Interactive UIs, Navigation,
RecyclerView
Group app UI design and user experience
Week 5 AsyncTask, Internet connection Efficient data operations, online functionality
Week 6 JobScheduler, Services,
Broadcasts
Background services and performance
Week 7 Data Storage, Shared
Preferences
Secure user settings, offline features
Week 8 SQLite, Room, ViewModel Persistent data layer in your app
Week
10
Sensors, Location, Maps,
Privacy
Use of mobile device features; link to Research
Report (UI/Privacy)
Week
12
Accessibility, Kotlin,
Localization
Enhancements for usability, app inclusivity
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Week
13
Group work support & essay
discussion
Final app testing, team contribution reflection,
research guidance
Use this table as a guide to reinforce learning while working on your project and report.
Final Notes:
• Total Weighting: 40% (Part A: 25% + Part B: 15%)
• Group & Individual Components: Students must contribute to both parts to receive full
marks.
• Plagiarism & Academic Integrity: Submissions will be checked via Turnitin. Any form of
plagiarism will result in penalties.
Submission Summary
Component Submission Type Due Date
Group Project (App + Report + Video + User Manual) Group ZIP file 08/06/2025
Group Presentation In Class Week 14
09/06/2025
Individual Reflection Report Individual DOCX file 08/06/2025
Individual Research Report Individual DOCX file 08/06/2025
File Naming Conventions:
Submission
Type
File Name Format Who
Submits
?
Group
Project ZIP
MIT203_GroupX_Assessment3.zip One
membe
7
File
(Includes
source
code, final
report,
testing logs,
user
manual,
demo
video,
PowerPoint
slides)
r of the
group
uploads
this
Individual
Reflection
Report (1-2
pages on
contributio
ns &
challenges)
MIT203_FirstnameSurname_StudentID_Assessment3_Reflection.do
cx
Each
student
Individual
Research
Report
(1500-2000
words
analyzing a
mobile app)
MIT203_FirstnameSurname_StudentID_Assessment3_ResearchRep
ort.docx
Each
student
Final Confirmation:
✔ Each student submits 2 individual files
✔ Each group submits 1 ZIP file
✔ All files follow a clear, standardized naming format
✔ Files are uploaded to Moodle before the due date
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