University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: Full Year

Availability restrictions: Only available to students on the MBiochem and MBiol

This module is appropriate for students on the MBioChem degree and those MBiol students with molecular or cellular interest. This distance learning module will look in detail at the processes involved in creating a scientific research project. The aim of the module is for the students to develop independent thought in experimental design. While on placement a series of online assessments will test the students' ability to critically analyse research literature identify core and specialised techniques in the biosciences design experiments for specific research questions quantitatively and statistically analyse data and publish research in the appropriate manner. The students should ultimately gain valuable skills necessary for successful independent research careers.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 5 hours of tutorials over the semester

Module is a placement or study abroad

Scheduled learning hours: 5

Guided independent study hours: 297

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Assessment consists of 100% coursework

As defined by QAA
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Re-assessment consists of 100% coursework. Resubmission of failed item(s) of Coursework

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr S M R Gurney
Module teaching staff: Dr Jacqueline Nairn, Dr Gerald Prescott, Dr Ulrich Schwarz-Linek, Dr V Anne Smith, Prof Martin Ryan