Course unit details:
Microbiology Research
Unit code | MEDN68680 |
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Credit rating | 60 |
Unit level | FHEQ level 7 – master's degree or fourth year of an integrated master's degree |
Teaching period(s) | Full year |
Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Overview
This is a flexible course unit that facilitates learning of the principels of research skills, combined with conducting and reporting of empirical research in a format that suits a student's career pathway.
Option 1
Laboratory-based empirical research (60 credits)
Option 2
Non-laboratory research project in one of the following formats (60 credits):
- Empirical study
- Analysis of existing data
- Qualitative study
- Systematic review
- Extended literature review
Option 3
Research skills in practice with Microbiology Research (30 + 30 credits):
Students will first undertake 30 credits of the Research Skills in Practice online course unit. Each student will then complete a short research project, which may be laboratory-based, presented as a report, a short narrative review, or a short scientific literature review.
Aims
The unit aims to:
- provide students with a unique experience of designing, conducting and reporting an independent, orginal research project
- develop the student's ability to critically appraise published research, formulate and work with a relevant research question, understand and apply appropriate research and data-analysis methodologies
- refine scientific writing and presentation skills
Assessment methods
Mulitple formats: dissertation, written assignment or report
Feedback methods
Feedback on assignments will be given in accordance with Unviersity guidelines
Study hours
Independent study hours | |
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Independent study | 600 |
Teaching staff
Staff member | Role |
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Jenny Herbert | Unit coordinator |
Stavros Panagiotou | Unit coordinator |