| Unit name | Advanced Chemistry Research Project - International |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CHEM30034 |
| Credit points | 60 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Davis |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one |
None |
| School/department | School of Chemistry |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science |
Why is this unit important?
This unit is designed for inbound Study Abroad students who will be based in the School of Chemistry. Project work allows you to experience and learn from the challenge of performing an open-ended activity. The project will be substantial and be based on original research in one of the key research themes of the School of Chemistry. By working with a member of academic staff on a current topic in chemistry you will consolidate and extend your knowledge and understanding of chemistry. You will not only become expert in a particular topic, but also develop a broad range of transferable key skills. You will become proficient in the use of advanced experimental or theoretical techniques and research-grade equipment. The project will enable you to develop your written and oral presentation skills, become proficient in the use of IT and demonstrate your ability to work both on your own and as part of a team.
How does this unit fit into your programme of study?
This unit is available to inbound Study Abroad students.This unit provides you the opportunity to carry out a project on cutting-edge research as part of an established research team.
An overview of content
The format of the project may be flexible, but typically will involve joining a research group and conducting experimental studies in a laboratory on a daily basis.
How will students, personally, be different as a result of the unit?
By performing an open-ended investigation, you will:
Learning Outcomes
Students will work with a member of staff and their research group. Students will identify in advance several preferred project research themes and supervisors. Students will be expected to work semi-independently under the direction of their project supervisor or delegate, using their initiative to develop the project. Students may also be expected to attend seminars and group meetings. Project work will be supported by regular formal and informal meetings with the project supervisor and a second assessor.
Tasks which help you learn and prepare you for summative tasks (formative):
All the laboratory training and writing exercises from previous study contribute towards training for this unit.
Tasks which count towards your unit mark (summative):
Project Report: 90%
"Oral" Presentations: 10%
The project report will usually be a single integrated document including introduction/literature review, experimental results and discussion sections. You will be assessed on your knowledge and understanding of the material presented in the thesis and oral presentation by independent second and third assessors. Your technical skills, as well as your diligence, motivation, initiative and organisational skills will be assessed by the project supervisor. All assessment is completed through the application of detailed marking criteria available to you at the start of the project.
When assessment does not go to plan
Supplementary assessment of this unit is only possible through engagement in the following academic year.
If this unit has a Resource List, you will normally find a link to it in the Blackboard area for the unit. Sometimes there will be a separate link for each weekly topic.
If you are unable to access a list through Blackboard, you can also find it via the Resource Lists homepage. Search for the list by the unit name or code (e.g. CHEM30034).
How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the University Workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. For appropriate assessments, if you have self-certificated your absence, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (for assessments at the end of TB1 and TB2 this is usually in the next re-assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any exceptional circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
