University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 30

ECTS credits : 15

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: Full Year

Availability restrictions: Enrolment is restricted to students on the MMarBiol and MBiol programmes

Planned timetable: To be arranged

This module will allow you to develop advanced skills in data analysis and academic writing. You will have the opportunity to develop your 4th year placement research into a publication standard primary research article, mentored by a member of academic staff. You will then consider how to develop your research area into a funding application. Your learning throughout the module will be supported by 1:1 tutorials that will guide the development of your research article and research proposal.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): null

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 x 2-hour seminars (x 6 weeks), 1-hour tutorial (x 6 week), 1-hour seminar (x 22 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 52

Guided independent study hours: 253

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

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

Re-assessment: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr G R Prescott
Module teaching staff: Team Taught