2020/21 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
BMSC3399 Extended Research Project Preparation
20 creditsClass Size: 40
Module manager: Dr Andrew Smith
Email: a.j.smith@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2020/21
Pre-requisite qualifications
Continued progression on MBIOL from Level 2 to Level 3 (minimum average of 65% at Level 2)Co-requisites
BMSC3398 | Practical Research Skills |
This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
- To develop the ability to plan and implement a comprehensive literature search using a range of literature searching tools;- to develop the ability to critically evaluate and synthesize information from different published sources relevant to the topic;
- to write a well-structured literature review;
- to present the literature research findings in the form of a poster;
- to manage time effectively, achieve objectives set and work independently.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module, students will have:
- advanced their skills in the appropriate and selective use of computer based literature search tools including online databases such as ISI Web of knowledge, Medline and PubMed;
- advanced their ability to critically evaluate and integrate information from a range of published sources connected to their topic area;
- completed a well-structured and well-articulated literature review;
- given an oral presentation explaining literature research findings and answered questions on the work;
- improved their ability to organise their time, achieve objectives set and report back on their achievements.
Syllabus
Students will be required to carry out a literature review according to the specific project that will be studied in level 5. The project will be assessed on the basis of a written literature review and an oral presentation.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Supervision Meetings | 10 | 1.00 | 10.00 |
presentation | 1 | 2.00 | 2.00 |
Private study hours | 188.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 12.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200.00 |
Private study
This includes searching and reading scientific research literature, analysis, writing a literature review and preparation of a posterOpportunities for Formative Feedback
Routine monitoring by individual supervisors. Drafts of written reviews and posters to receive comments from supervisors before formal assessment.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Oral Presentation | 10 minute presentation of main findings | 20.00 |
Oral Presentation | Process mark - oral feedback, regular meetings with supervisor | 10.00 |
Project | Experimental project proposal | 40.00 |
Project | Dissertation (2 bound copies + project notebook) | 30.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
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