Dietetics Research Project
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS4027 | Biosciences | 4 | 30 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- BIOS4027
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 30
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module involves detailed research on the topic chosen in BIOS3019. Each project will involve collection of data by means such as experiment, questionnaire, observation and/or literature research as well as the analysis and interpretation of the data in the context of previous work.
Reading and summarising previous research by other scientists working in the area and writing a clear concise final report are an essential component of the project.
Target Students
MNutr only.
Co-requisites
Modules you must take in the same academic year, or have taken in a previous year, to enrol in this module:
Classes
- One 1-hour lecture each week for 11 weeks
This is not a timetabled module - Approximately 180 hours of supervised project work and 120 hours of student-centred work including report writing.
Assessment
- 65% Coursework 1: Scientific Paper Report (4,000 words).
- 20% Coursework 2: Laboratory, field or library research.
- 15% Coursework 3: 10-minute PowerPoint Presentation.
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
The module provides students with an opportunity to use their initiative and knowledge to undertake an original research project at the forefront of human nutrition and dietetics under the supervision of an individual member of academic staff. The student will design the study, gain familiarity with the methods/techniques, ethical issues and where appropriate safety procedures relevant to the topic, undertake data collection and appropriate quantitative analysis and prepare a report.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:
- Execute their project plan by working productively with others, managing working time effectively and meeting deadlines.
- Acquire substantial quantities of information systematically and process it effectively.
- Summarise key relevant information succinctly in an abstract.
- Summarise the context of their research and its outcomes in relation to previous work in the discipline.
- Analyse information and data critically, drawing appropriate conclusions through independent thought whilst giving due weight to the published arguments of others.
- Construct a scientific research report using appropriate styles, conventions and terminology.