Module overview
Each student undertakes an investigation which includes both practical and theoretical components. The theory component will consist of a critical review of the literature relating to the proposed experimental component of the project. The fieldwork is related to the appropriate degree programme. Each student is assigned to an appropriate supervisor who will advise on and direct the project and the preparation of a written report. The aim of this module is to allow students to carry out a short field-based project on a special topic related to his/her main area of study, and to complete a literature survey on a topic related to this area of research
Linked modules
BIOL2008
Aims and Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:
- Design and perform fieldwork in a chosen area of research
- Produce a dissertation on an agreed field-based project, which contains an introduction on the background scientific literature
- Collect record and interpret data derived from fieldwork.
- Design and test scientific hypotheses
Syllabus
Each student undertakes an investigation which includes both practical and theoretical components. The theory component will consist of a critical review of the literature relating to the proposed experimental component of the project. The fieldwork is related to the appropriate degree programme. Each student is assigned to an appropriate supervisor who will advise on and direct the project and the preparation of a written report.
Learning and Teaching
Teaching and learning methods
Each student undertakes an investigation which includes both practical and theoretical components. The theory component will consist of a critical review of the literature relating to the proposed experimental component of the project. The fieldwork is related to the appropriate degree programme. Each student is assigned to an appropriate supervisor who will advise on and direct the project and the preparation of a written report.
Type | Hours |
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Fieldwork | 50 |
Independent Study | 100 |
Total study time | 150 |
Assessment
Summative
This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Dissertation | 90% |
Diligence and Initiative | 10% |
Referral
This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.
Method | Percentage contribution |
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Dissertation | 100% |
Repeat Information
Repeat type: Internal & External