MSci Research Project
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS4147 | Biosciences | 4 | 60 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- BIOS4147
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 60
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
The aim of the module is to provide you with training for the description, planning and conduct of a programme of research to solve or report on a specific scientific problem. You will work with a supervisor(s) to devise a project by identifying an appropriate topic before focusing on a specific scientific problem. Once devised, you will undertake the main body of work for the research project, which may be experimental, computer, literature or theoretically based (or various combinations of these).
The student will continue to have, as a minimum, monthly supervisor meetings and document all progress in their project notebooks. The module is assessed by: a project write-up in the style of a scientific paper, a poster presentation with oral component, and student participation including their professional skills and project notebook.
Target Students
All Year 4 MSci students in the School of Biosciences. Also available for Year 4 MSci Natural Sciences students.
Classes
Guidance sessions available each semester.
Assessment
- 70% Coursework 1: Project write-up
- 20% Presentation 1: Project presentation
- 10% Participation: Student performance
Assessed in both autumn & spring semest
Educational Aims
To train students in the planning, execution and reporting of an independent, advanced level research project. The module will help develop the skills associated with:(i) planning, recording and executing an individual research project;(ii) presenting research both orally and visually to an audience of peers;(iii) writing scientific papers;(iv) effective time management;(v) assimilating new research skills associated with a specific project.Learning Outcomes
1. To develop advanced knowledge and understanding of specific scientific problems including understanding appropriate terminology.
2. To develop the ability to critically analyse and interpret published information and data, think independently while giving due weight to the arguments of others, and understand complex ideas and relate them to specific problems or questions.
3. To be able to acquire substantial quantities of information systematically, process it effectively, draw appropriate conclusions, make and record accurate observations and measurements.
4. To write and construct scientific documents (e.g. papers, reports, posters, etc) using appropriate styles, conventions, and terminology.
5. To be able to communicate effectively in writing and by oral presentation to staff and the student cohort.