
- UCAS course code
- C900
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Course unit details:
Foundation Year
Unit code | BIOL10900 |
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Credit rating | 0 |
Unit level | Level 1 |
Teaching period(s) | Full year |
Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Overview
To provide students with additional academic support in the form of laboratory practical classes, seminars and activities taught at the main University campus.
Pre/co-requisites
No prerequisites are required. This unit is only available for students enrolled on the Biosciences with a Foundation Year degree.
Learning outcomes
Students will gain additional expertise in laboratory skills, becoming familiar with equipment and techniques frequently encountered in University laboratories. In addition, students will gain confidence in oral and written communication and in their ability to work as part of a team.
Syllabus
The unit will run over both semesters. Students will be expected to attend sessions at the main University campus as arranged. These sessions will be expected to include:
- Laboratory practical classes (microbiology, molecular-genetics, predator-prey relationships and human physiology)
- Seminars
- Tutorial sessions
Assessment methods
Assessment will be based on marks awarded for satisfactory completion of exercises during tutorial classes and for practical coursework.
Study hours
Scheduled activity hours | |
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Lectures | 36 |
Independent study hours | |
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Independent study | 64 |
Teaching staff
Staff member | Role |
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Sarah Finn-Sell | Unit coordinator |