MRes Biosciences Research Skills (BIOS0010)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Life Sciences
Teaching department: Division of Biosciences
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: Compulsory for students on the MRes Biosciences. Can be taken as an option by students on the MRes Brain Sciences.
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

To be a successful scientist requires knowledge of up to date methods, and training their use, but also the ability to reach a wide range of target audiences via a variety of methods.

Science communication important:

To address urgent issues
To educate the public
To educate decision makers
To inspire the next generation of scientists
To inspire local communities

The aim of this module is to provide students with the transferable skills necessary for communication of science, as well as exposure to cutting edge methods beyond their chosen research project. The course will consist of seminars, workshops and discussion sessions.

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Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 3 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 100% Coursework
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 39
Module leader: Dr Matthew Gold
Who to contact for more information: m.gold@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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Important information

The catalogue has been updated with key information about the modules that will run during the 2024/25 academic session. Current and prospective students can browse through the catalogue to consider possible module choices for the coming year.

Please note,听information in the catalogue is听subject to change as teaching and assessment arrangements for 2024/25 may need to be adjusted in line with the University's Feedback and Assessment principles and operating model.

Centrally managed exam durations will be provided on students' individual exam timetables. Arrangements for locally managed exams and in-class activity will be confirmed by the teaching department for the module.

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