Overview

This topic involves a research project that students undertake as part of their Graduate Diploma. Students will be expected to design and carry-out an individual research project in an area of their choice under the supervision of an academic staff member. In addition the students will submit a written research … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to provide students with an insight into how research in planned and executed. Under the direct supervision of an academic staff member, the student will plan and execute an individual research project in an area of science. In addition the students will gain experience in the written and oral communication of their project.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Undertake an individual research project having obtained and explained valid scientific data
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Apply scientific principles to solve problems and to provide defensible explanations for observations
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Operate laboratory equipment in a safe and effective manner
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Clearly and understandably present results in both written and oral form

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This topic is taught and assessed as a continuum.