The Scientific Literature (BIOS0009)

Key information

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

Restrictions: Compulsory for MRes Biosciences
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

A fundamental aspect of scientific research requires the ability to acquire information from original scientific papers, to analyse critically the content and quality of published scientific studies and to present the analysis in a logical and understandable manner. These skills are essential for the day-to-day critical reading of papers by professional scientists but are most tested in the peer-review process of submitted manuscripts.

The aim of this module is to develop the skills required for the acquisition and management of information from the scientific literature, reading and analysis of scientific papers, and the presentation of such analysis. The course will consist of seminars, exercises and discussion sessions.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 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: 34
Module leader: Dr Graeme King
Who to contact for more information: g.king@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

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

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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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