University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 120

ECTS credits : 60

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: Full Year

Planned timetable: n/a

The student will carry out a major piece of original and independent research under the supervision of an academic advisor. Supervision will be regular but will vary depending on the nature of the research project and the skill set of individual students. Under normal circumstances, research will be carried out during both semesters and during the summer. The aim of the module is to give students an opportunity to design, conduct and analyze neuroscience research and then learn how to present such work in writing. Assessemnt will be in the form of an oral presentation at the beginning of semester 2 and in the form of a written thesis submitted by the stated date in August.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 hour (x 40 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 40

Guided independent study hours: 1200

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 30-minute Oral Examination = 25%, Dissertation = 75%

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

Re-assessment: No Re-Assessment Available

Personnel