Unit name | MSc Research Project Execution |
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Unit code | BIOLM0016 |
Credit points | 60 |
Level of study | M/7 |
Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
Unit director | Dr. Rands |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
BIOLNEW11 Research Project Planning |
Co-requisites |
n/a |
School/department | School of Biological Sciences |
Faculty | Faculty of Life Sciences |
Students conduct the independent research project they planned in detail for the unit Research Project Planning, working closely within a research group, and putting into practice many of the transferable skills learned in Professional Development for Life Science. They may undertake the project as a placement outside the School of Biological Sciences, in which case they will work with two advisors: one outside the School and one academic within the school. Students collect data, conduct analysis, present the results for discussion, and learn to be part of a research group.
On completing this unit, students will be able to:
Mostly independent research. Individual consultations with advisors. Students learn from each other and by being part of an active research group.
10000-word dissertation (100%), written in the style of a scientific paper for a chosen target journal.
Reading is specific to each individual research project.