2017/18 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
PHYS2050 Communicating Physics
5 creditsClass Size: 30
Module manager: Dr Jiannis Pachos
Email: j.k.pachos@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2017/18
Pre-requisite qualifications
Level 1 Physics of equivalentThis module is not approved as a discovery module
Module summary
To develop skills in communicating physics (written and verbal) in preparation for projects/dissertations.This module will allow students to research a topic of physics and communicate it in various formats: written report, oral presentation, viva.Students will also develop written communication skills in preparation for future career applications.Objectives
On completion of this module, students should be able to further develop skills in communicating information in written and verbal formats.Learning outcomes
- To research a topic in physics and write a well referenced report.
- To produce slides and deliver an oral presentation
- To answer questions about the chosen topic.
- To prepare a CV and covering letter for application for a job / placement / further study.
Syllabus
Researching / writing / presenting physics
Researching job/placements/ further study
Applications and CVs.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 1 | 2.00 | 2.00 |
Seminar | 1 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
Private study hours | 47.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 3.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 50.00 |
Private study
47 hours.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Drop-in sessions will be available for advice on all aspects of the module.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Report | Word processed report (1000-2000 words). | 40.00 |
Presentation | 10 minute presentation. | 20.00 |
Viva | Viva | 20.00 |
Assignment | CV and covering letter | 20.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
There is no reading list for this moduleLast updated: 19/03/2018
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