BSc Interdisciplinary Science with Foundation Year
Year 1
Learning outcomes
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic concepts and principles associated with study of the core disciplines of mathematics and chemistry and either biology, geosciences, or physics; 2. Demonstrate understanding of scientific method and nature of science by applying mathematical understanding to the description of natural phenomena;3. Application of subject specific knowledge which will allow students in relation to an identified STEM or Healthcare undergraduate degree programme;4. Relate the interdisciplinary connections between biology, chemistry, geosciences, mathematics, and physics;5. Engage in a learning practice which is modelled on continual assessment, formative and summative, across the modules and reflection on feedback in order to feedforward and inform future learning;6. Identify key ethical issues associated with scientific disciplines; 7. Describe examples of the global and cultural dimensions in the core sciences;8. Evaluate and develop personal academic capabilities (strengths and weaknesses) using metacognitive approaches;9. Demonstrate a competence in a laboratory environment using a range of techniques, apparatus and representation of data; and 10. Evidence an understanding of the university procedures and higher education environment through such practices as attendance, resources, examinations, digital literacy, and academic writing/referencing conventions by successful completion of the academic year.
Transferable (key) skills
- ability to analyse and critically evaluate information / experimental results and to draw valid conclusions;- scientific and mathematical skills required for basic enquiry along with the ability to communicate information, understanding, arguments and analysis in a variety of forms;- ability to make effective and critical use of digital literacy for their learning;- ability to plan for their own personal and professional development.
Assessment
Achievement will be assessed by a variety of different types of assessment methods as outlined in the module learning outcomes. To support the development of a student’s learning practice modelled by continual assessment across the modules, students will have the opportunity to:- evidence understanding of relevant concepts and theoretical perspectives in the disciplines covered on the course;- demonstrate a range of practical techniques associated with experimental science;- use of a range of formats for assessed work that develop skills which mirrors the academic formats across the progression pathways;- to test and evaluate scientific concepts.