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LSC-40115 - Module Specification
School of Life Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

For academic year: 2024/25 Last Updated: 07 May 2024

LSC-40115 - Advanced Research Topics in Neuroscience
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Level: Level 7
Credits: 30
Study Hours: 300
School Office: 01782 734414

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

No

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25


Aims
This module aims to introduce students to research topics in Neuroscience and the wider biosciences appropriate to level 7. Students will gain experience in the critical analysis and evaluation of the primary research literature, and the application of modern research methodologies, tools and technologies.

Intended Learning Outcomes

critically discuss current research topics in neuroscience: 1,2
evaluate and appraise the principles and applications of selected research methods and techniques of relevance to neuroscience: 1,2
analyse and critically evaluate the context, methodology and results of relevant primary scientific literature.: 1,2
evaluate and discuss the impact of research outcomes in terms of societal, financial and intellectual perspectives.: 1,2
present and critique research data in an appropriate manner, communicating outcomes clearly and effectively in different formats, using language and terminology appropriate to the discipline: 1,2

Study hours

18 hours of practical/skills-based content (developing key skills in use/application of various methodologies, tools and techniques).
12 hours of journal club sessions and supporting tutorials.
80 hours independent study, including preparation for journal club sessions.
190 hours for portfolio completion, engagement with directed reading and attendance at relevant school/faculty research seminars

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment

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Last Updated: 07 May 2024