This module provides two-thirds of the content for the MRes in Big Data Biology programme. Each student undertakes an extensive research project. Research projects will incorporate computational and data-driven approaches in areas including: - Computational and Systems Biology - Biotechnology - Developmental Biology - Microbiology - Neuroscience - Molecular and Cellular Biosciences - Plant Biology - Biodiversity, Ecology and Ecosystem services Each student is assigned to an appropriate supervisor who will advise on and direct the project and the preparation of a written dissertation.
You will undertake a substantive piece of independent work. This is designed to demonstrate your ability to manage your own learning, to draw together information for a variety of sources and to make use of a range of concepts and techniques at the postgraduate level. At the end of this module, you should be familiar with the concept of independent research. You should be able to compose an extended piece of writing, in which an argument is developed in response to a central question (thesis), supported by evidence you have acquired through research, which you are required to analyse, and which supports or contradicts the various perspectives explored in the course of that argument.
This module provides two-thirds of the content for the MRes Evolution programme. During it you will develop research skills, as you work closely with a University of Southampton supervisor, working on evolutionary questions, to propose a detailed methodology for your research project. You will then have the unique experience of undertaking that extensive research project in a UoS School/Department, or at an affiliated institution, in the UK or abroad. During this process you will have the opportunity to become part of an existing and dynamic team of practicing evolutionary researchers.
This module provides two-thirds of the content for the MRes Wildlife Conservation programme. During it you will develop research skills, as you work closely with a Marwell Conservation Biologist and University of Southampton supervisor to propose a detailed methodology for your research project. You will then have the unique experience of undertaking that extensive research project at one of Marwell Wildlife’s conservation sites, in the UK or abroad. During this process you will have the opportunity to become part of an existing and dynamic team of practicing conservation biologists.
Actuarial Science Project gives MSc Actuarial Science students the opportunity to conduct and gain experience of an in-depth open-ended actuarial investigation proposed by the student. The main purpose is to develop students’ skills in: identifying, organising, and directing their own work; accessing and using relevant resources, such as library and software resources; applying their actuarial, statistical, and financial knowledge and understanding in an actuarial context; and communicating their work, by writing a comprehensive dissertation on the investigation and its outcomes. Actuarial Science Project is a primary means by which MSc Actuarial Science students demonstrate their capacity for independent learning. The availability of this module is conditional on the suitability and feasibility of the investigation formally proposed by the student, and the availability of suitable supervision resource. Students will normally undertake Actuarial Science Project over a thirteen-week period in the summer (typically, mid-june until mid-September). The supervisor will meet regularly (usually weekly) with the student, to answer questions and provide limited advice and support. Assessment will be by means of an Actuarial Science Project dissertation, of 50-60 pages in length, to be submitted at the end of the thirteen-week period. A student considering this module must discuss it with the MATH6132 module lead in advance, no later than the beginning of semester 2, and obtain their prior approval for the investigation proposed.
The module will last a minimum of 40 weeks (9 months) and a maximum of 12 months starting near the beginning of the academic year. You will gain experience of, and expertise in, all procedures, types of patient appointment and other skills as listed in the syllabus below. International students requiring a Tier 4 visa must be on placement for the full 12 months. An allowance for approved leave is provided. There will be a mix of continuous assessment and end of placement assessment. See also the separate document Terms of Placement, which you will have accepted when accepting the offer of a placement: also available from https://www.southampton.ac.uk/engineering/postgraduate/taught_courses/audiology/msc_audiology.page within the programme specification. This module could involve working with children and vulnerable adults, alone and unsupervised for significant periods of time, so an enhanced criminal record check is required. Students can only start their placement once they have passed the taught component of the MSc/PG Dip (i.e. 120 CATS from Part 1 of the MSc, not including the research project), determined by an Examinations Board. For example, students are not permitted to start their placement while repeating Part 1 of the MSc/PG Dip.
The Audiology Placement (International Students) is associated with the MSc Audiology (with clinical placement) programme. It is designed to enable EU and International students to achieve the clinical and professional competencies required to be eligible to register with the Registration Council of Clinical Physiologists (RCCP). Such students typically have no prior background in audiology although some may have training and experience outside of the UK that is insufficient for registering with RCCP. The placement focuses on clinical training in standard adult hearing assessment and rehabilitation as well as broader professional training to work as an audiologist. It also provides opportunities to gain knowledge, understanding and experience of more advanced areas of audiology. Note that placement is NOT intended for those seeking specialist audiology training, such as in vestibular, paediatrics, auditory implants or auditory processing disorder. You must complete a minimum of 52 weeks (12 months) on the basis 35 hours per week (not including breaks) and on a full-time basis. A holiday allowance is provided within that. UK students should see the separate module AUDI6013 Audiology Placement. See also the separate document Terms of Placement, which you will have accepted when accepting the offer of a placement: also available from https://www.southampton.ac.uk/engineering/postgraduate/taught_courses/audiology/msc_audiology.page within the programme specification. This module could involve working with children and vulnerable adults, alone and unsupervised for significant periods of time, so an enhanced criminal record check is required. Students can only start their placement once they have passed the taught component of the MSc/PG Dip (i.e. 120 CATS from Part 1 of the MSc, not including the research project), determined by an Examinations Board. For example, students are not permitted to start their placement while repeating Part 1 of the MSc/PG Dip. Students must also engage in and complete AUDI6016 Preparation for Audiology Placement prior to starting the placement.
You will identify a project supervisor and discuss your ideas for a research topic, early in the first semester. Once ideas for the project have been formulated, you will commence your project toward the end of semester one and through the rest of the year. write a project proposal early in semester two.
The aim of this module is to provide students with an opportunity to work with a member of the academic unit to develop a research question and implement a project that generates new knowledge in the field of psychology and that serves to extend the discipline. The format of the dissertation report should resemble that of a journal article reporting original research, and it should not exceed 10,000 words. The minimum word count is 5,000 words. The dissertation should include answers to questions such as: How do these research findings advance knowledge in the specific area of interest? How does the research add to the existing literature? It should demonstrate competence in: literature search and review and formulation of research questions/hypotheses; understanding of relevant conceptual issues; appropriate use of methods (e.g. design, sampling, data collection); competence in analysis and presentation; competence in research project management (e.g. managing legal and ethical aspects, time, resources). This module is only taken by students on the following programmes: MSc Health Psychology MSc in Clinical Psychology MSc Psychology
The dissertation builds on work undertaken across other modules and provides you with an opportunity to undertake a piece of independent research in a chosen topic. Normally, your dissertation will be individually supervised.
The aim of this module is to provide students with an opportunity to work with a member of the academic unit to develop a research question and implement a project that generates new knowledge in the field of psychology and that serves to extend the discipline. The format of the dissertation report should resemble that of a journal article reporting original research, and it should not exceed 10,000 words. The minimum word count is 5,000 words. The dissertation should include answers to questions such as: How do these research findings advance knowledge in the specific area of interest? How does the research add to the existing literature? It should demonstrate competence in: literature search and review and formulation of research questions/hypotheses; understanding of relevant conceptual issues; appropriate use of methods (e.g. design, sampling, data collection); competence in analysis and presentation; competence in research project management (e.g. managing legal and ethical aspects, time, resources). This module is only taken by students on the following programmes: MSc Health Psychology MSc Foundations in Clinical Psychology MSc Psychology
This module will provide you with the opportunity to plan, undertake and report on an independent, original project which is relevant to your current or future area of practice and is appropriate to the Award you are following. This version of the Dissertation module enables full time Master's students, and any other student who chooses it, to plan, undertake and complete a project within ten months. The module will commence in November and submission will be expected in the September of the next year. For example, November 2023 - September 2024.
This module will provide you with the opportunity to plan, undertake and report on an independent, original project which is relevant to your current or future area of practice and is appropriate to the Award you are following. This version of the Dissertation module enables part-time Master's students to plan, undertake and complete a project in 18 months. The module will commence in October of year one and you will submit during March of year three, for example October 2023 to March 2025.
The aim of this module is to provide students with an opportunity to work with a member of the academic unit to develop a research question and implement a project that generates new knowledge in the field of psychology and that serves to extend the discipline. The format of the dissertation report should resemble that of a journal article reporting original research, and it should not exceed 10,000 words. The minimum word count is 5,000 words. The MSc dissertation in Cognitive Psychology will be supervised by a Cognitive Psychologist. The dissertation should include answers to questions such as: How do these research findings advance knowledge in the specific area of interest? How does the research add to the existing literature? It should demonstrate competence in: literature search and review and formulation of research questions/hypotheses; understanding of relevant conceptual issues; appropriate use of methods (e.g. design, sampling, data collection); competence in analysis and presentation; competence in research project management (e.g. managing legal and ethical aspects, time, resources).
The researching and writing of a 12,500 – 15,000 word dissertation provides you with the opportunity to integrate and hone a variety of skills acquired and extended during your studies, and to significantly deepen your knowledge of a topic of your choice. In many ways, the dissertation is the culmination of your studies in the Division of Politics & International Relations. Writing a dissertation will require you to research, compile, analyse, summarise, assess, argue, formulate, structure, and evaluate. In writing your dissertation, you must engage with problems/issues/topics that broadly reflect the substantive content and/or methodological concerns of your chosen programme.
The aim of this module is to provide students with an opportunity to work with a member of the academic unit to develop a research question and implement a project that generates new knowledge in the field of psychology and that serves to extend the discipline. The format of the dissertation report should resemble that of a journal article reporting original research, and it should not exceed 10,000 words. The minimum word count is 5,000 words. The MSc dissertation in Social Psychology will be supervised by a Social Psychologist. The dissertation should include answers to questions such as: How do these research findings advance knowledge in the specific area of interest? How does the research add to the existing literature? It should demonstrate competence in: literature search and review and formulation of research questions/hypotheses; understanding of relevant conceptual issues; appropriate use of methods (e.g. design, sampling, data collection); competence in analysis and presentation; competence in research project management (e.g. managing legal and ethical aspects, time, resources).
MSc Health Psychology Skills Training Programme 2025-26
This module provides essential key skills training to MSc students within Ocean and Earth Science.
This module provides essential key skills training to MSc Global Marine Resource Management students within Ocean and Earth Science. This Module will provide a key introduction to the study of ocean and Earth science at the University of Southampton and will serve as a key foundation to the first semester of this Double Award degree programme.
This module provides essential key skills training to MSc by Research students in Ocean and Earth Science in SOES.
Your research project will enable you to explore in depth some aspect of your specialist subject area. You will be allocated a project supervisor with whom you will meet and agree a project brief and plan. These must be submitted to, and agreed by, the project coordinator. You will thereafter have weekly meetings, either in person or electronically, with your supervisor or, if your supervisor is unavailable, a delegated deputy. The dissertation is in the first week of September, unless an extension is agreed or you are taking referral examinations.
