To gain experience in research methodology by carrying out a research project at, or informed by, the forefront of the subject.
To acquire and develop a portfolio of skills requisite for the efficient progress of a research project, appropriate to future academic or proefssional research.
Ability to design, plan and critically evaluate practical investigations including the selection of appropriate techniques and procedures.
Ability to critically evaluate the results of practical investigations.
Ability to communicate the aims, objectives, methodology and critical evaluation of findings and relevant literature in a written report.
Ability to communicate the aims, objectives, methodology and critical evaluation of findings orally.
Ability to record experimental data, findings and observations and other relevant information accurately and systematically in a reflective and critical manner.
Scheduled meetings with project supervisor contact: 10 hours
Dissertation preparation: 80 hours
Oral examination and preparation: 10 hours
reflective laboratory diary.
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