Laboratory Work-Based Project - LABS6080

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Module delivery information

Location Term Level1 Credits (ECTS)2 Current Convenor3 2024 to 2025
Medway
Year 6 45 (22.5) Carl Laxton checkmark-circle

Overview

This module represents a Hypothesis-driven work-based laboratory/clinical research project. There is no delivered curriculum.

Details

Contact hours

Contact Hours: 315
Private Study Hours: 135
Total Study Hours: 450

Method of assessment

Detailed Project Report 60% - 7,500 words
Poster 20% - A1 size
Oral Presentation 20% - 15 minute talk followed by questions
The pass mark for each individual assessment is 40%. All assessments must be passed in order to pass the module.

Indicative reading

The references from a number of the other modules will be useful in completing the project. It is expected that research journals and other publications will also be used to support the project.

See the library reading list for this module (Medway)

Learning outcomes

The intended subject specific learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
Demonstrate initiative and personal responsibility in the planning and execution of the business project.
Undertake a critical evaluation of any literature/data/information relevant to the project.
Systematically apply appropriate methodologies within the project.
Critically discuss and evaluate any data generated within the scope of the project.
Produce a detailed written report and a presentation to communicate clearly the findings to both specialist and non-specialist audiences


The intended generic learning outcomes.
On successfully completing the module students will be able to:
Demonstrate the development of practical/technical skills.
Analyse, evaluate and correctly interpret data.
Present and communicate data.
Obtain and use information from a variety of sources as part of self-directed learning.
Manage their time and use their organisation skills within the context of self-directed learning.

Notes

  1. Credit level 6. Higher level module usually taken in Stage 3 of an undergraduate degree.
  2. ECTS credits are recognised throughout the EU and allow you to transfer credit easily from one university to another.
  3. The named convenor is the convenor for the current academic session.
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