Research Process - BIO00065M
Module will run
| Occurrence | Teaching period |
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| A | Autumn Term 2022-23 to Summer Term 2022-23 |
Module aims
The module aims to enable students to learn about, reflect upon and then implement key elements of the research process, including: selecting a research area; formulating research questions, hypotheses and objectives; designing experiments, data collection and analysis. These skills will be acquired through complementary activities:
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Attending departmental bioscience research seminars delivered by invited speakers, which take place in term time throughout the year.
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Reflecting on the research process presented in seminars and writing a scientific abstract of a research study.
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Working in a group to develop a research grant proposal that addresses a global challenge of interest to the students.
Module learning outcomes
Students will have a comprehensive and critical understanding of:
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A range of scientific studies presented by invited seminar speakers.
Academic and graduate skills
Students will be able to:
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Reflect upon and communicate a research study via a written abstract.
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Work effectively within a small group to create an interdisciplinary research proposal.
Indicative assessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 20 |
| Groupwork | 80 |
Special assessment rules
None
Indicative reassessment
| Task | % of module mark |
|---|---|
| Essay/coursework | 20 |
| Groupwork | 80 |
Module feedback
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Feedback on the summative assessment will be provided within 4 weeks of submitting the assessment. |
Indicative reading
N/A