Postgraduate Research Project
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| BIOS4144 | Biosciences | 4 | 60 | Summer Malaysia |
- Code
- BIOS4144
- School
- Biosciences
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 60
- Semesters
- Summer Malaysia
Summary
The aim of the module is to provide you with training for the description, planning and conduct of a programme of research in order to solve or report on a specific scientific problem. You will work with a supervisor(s) to devise a project by identifying an appropriate topic before focusing on a specific scientific problem. Once devised, you will undertake the main body of work for the research project which may be experimental, computer, literature or theoretically based (or various combinations of these).
The student will continue to have, as a minimum, monthly supervisor meetings and document all progress in their project notebooks. The module is assessed by a project write up in the style of a scientific paper, the project notebook and a poster presentation.
Target Students
MSc Biotechnology
Classes
- Five 4-hour practicums each week for 8 weeks
- One 2-hour lecture each week for 4 weeks
Students undertake preparation work prior to the start of the project (supported or self-directed study or a literature review). The project dura is 8-10 weeks, during which time students are supervised directly (or remotely if at an external company) by academic staff. Students then w up the report/research paper and create the poster to present at the Poster Symposium.
Assessment
- 100% Coursework: Dissertation, Logbook and Presentation
Assessed by end of summer vacation
Educational Aims
To train students in the planning, execution and reporting of an independent advanced level research project. The module will help develop the skills associated with(i) planning, recording and executing an individual research project,(ii) presenting research both orally and visually to an audience of peers,(iii) writing scientific papers,(iv) effective time management,(v) assimilate new research skills associated with a specific project.Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
A) Knowledge and Understanding: Understand the research context and its connections to prior work, and grasp relevant theories and concepts.
B) Intellectual Skills: Critically analyze and interpret data, forming well-supported conclusions and considering various arguments, while systematically gathering and processing information.
C) Practical/Professional Skills: Plan and execute research projects with attention to safety, ethics, and design, and conduct research using appropriate methods while maintaining accurate records.
D) Transferable/Key Skills: Write clear and well-structured scientific reports, and collaborate effectively while managing time and meeting deadlines.
Conveners
- Dr Yin Sze Lim