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Curricular information may be subject to change.

BL5031 Research Skills for Animal Behaviour

Academic year(s): 2019-2020

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: tbc

This core module for MSc Animal Behaviour will focus upon the key skills for modern animal behaviour research, including experimental design, behaviour genetics, applications to conservation biology. Lectures will be supported by student-led seminars and by practical classes which will introduce some of the applied skills relevant to each of these areas.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 3 lectures (weeks 1 - 5), 4 seminars (weeks 1 - 5), 8 practicals (2 - 5), 2 tutorials

Scheduled learning hours: 114

Guided independent study hours: 175

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework (x5) = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Coursework (x5) = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr M M Webster
Module teaching staff: Dr Michael Webster
Module coordinator email mmw1@st-andrews.ac.uk