External Research Project

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• Design and test scientific hypotheses
• Produce a dissertation on an agreed researchd project, which contains an introduction on the background scientific literature
• Design and perform fieldwork in a chosen area of research
• Present findings to a panel
• Collect record and interpret data derived from research

Each student undertakes an independent investigation using a collection at a museum, or similar, that includes both a literature survey and practical components. The theory component will consist of a critical review of the literature relating to the proposed experimental component of the project. The research work is related to the appropriate degree programme. Each student is assigned to an appropriate supervisor in Biological Sciences. Assistance in approaching external partners will be provided, but student will need to identify an institution with whom they wish to carry out their research during their second year of study. The Biological Sciences supervisor will advise on and direct the project in collaboration with the partner institution supervisor. Both of the supervisors will assist in the preparation of a written report.

Practical work and individual study

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.