Research Project in Environmental Science
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| GEOG3058 | Environmental & Geographical Sciences | 3 | 40 | Full Year Malaysia |
- Code
- GEOG3058
- School
- Environmental & Geographical Sciences
- Level
- 3
- Credits
- 40
- Semesters
- Full Year Malaysia
Summary
Final year BSc Research Projects in Environmental Science are undertaken over semesters 5 and 6 as one 40 credit course. The principal activities of this course will be (i) carrying out the research work and analyse the results critically, (ii) presentation of a research seminar to staff and peers, and (iii) the submission of a final report in the form of a scientific paper. There is considerable flexibility over the balance of literature and research work. Projects which are 100% literature-based are just as acceptable as those in which the emphasis is on laboratory or field work.
Target Students
BSc Environmental Science students
Classes
This is a project course, students work in the lab/field etc. and on a 1-1 basis with supervisors. We have a 1 hour intro session timetabled near the start of the autumn semester and a day of student presentations. Additional sessions cover safety in the field and/or lab, ethics and writing. The students will present their research work, receive feedback, and submit their research paper.
Assessment
- 100% Coursework
Educational Aims
This course will help develop skills associated with (i) planning and undertaking independent research work, (ii) presenting research findings (iii) writing scientific papers. This course enables you: 1. Plan research work in co-operation with your supervisor and technical staff. 2. Effectively manage your time. 3. Assimilate new practical and intellectual skills associated with the subject of your project. 4. Present your work to an audience of staff and your peers. 5. Write a final report, in the form of a scientific paper, in accordance with editorial guidelines. The written work is assessed using the School's Qualitative Assessment Criteria for essays and reports, and the seminar using the guide for oral presentations.Learning Outcomes
· The students will be able to critically analyse and interpret published information and data.
· The students will be able to acquire substantial quantities of information systematically, process it effectively, and draw appropriate conclusions.
· The students will be able to undertake appropriate research design and statistical analysis.
Conveners
- Ms Ee Phin Wong