LifeSci Yr3 Res Proj (Experimental) (C7127)
Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Experimental)
Module C7127
Module details for 2017/18.
30 credits
FHEQ Level 6
Module Outline
This individual research project will involve the investigation of a biological problem or phenomenon using laboratory-based, field-based or computer-based experimental procedures or literature-based methods. Research results will be critically analysed, evaluated and presented, both orally and in the form of a written project report.
Module learning outcomes
Design experimental strategies and collect and analyse data to study a biological system /collect, record and analyse data or information on a research topic, intervention or condition under investigation/ extract and critically review information from the literature
Describe and explain the background to the project and discuss the research in the context of current research in the field
Clearly and critically present the research findings in a written project report
Effectively communicate and present the project background, the research and its findings orally
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | A1 Week 2 | 75.00% |
| Presentation | T1 Week 6 (15 minutes) | 15.00% |
| Observation | T1 Week 11 | 10.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 2 hours | 10001010000 |
| Autumn Semester | Project | 5 hours | 00000100000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Ruth Murrell-Lagnado
Assess convenor
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Dr Frances Pearl
Convenor, Assess convenor
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