Research Skills - SMA0004

Assessment 1: In-Class Test

Mid-module assignment based on planning a research paper introduction using a ‘mind map’, a short literature review of a pathway specific topic and develop journal quality graphical data.

Formative assessment

In-Class Test

Assessment 3: In-Class Test

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Coursework (Scientific paper) 
2500-4000

Written Assessment

An introduction to key concepts of scientific research, including project planning, using scientific literature, the application of statistical methods, data processing and the process of creating a journal article from writing to submission. Part of the module will contain subject specific material appropriate to the student’s discipline.

School of Applied Sciences

Statistics and Chemometrics for Analytical Chemistry, 7th ed., 2018.
Writing for science and engineering: Papers, presentations and reports, 2nd ed., 2012.

Chemical Sciences

SMA0004 - Research Skills

Research Skills

be able to have the knowledge to plan and produce a research paper from data to finalised article.

be able to correctly create COSHH and Risk Assessment forms. 

will be able to treat and analyse data using appropriate statistical theory and available computing/ mathematical software packages.

be able to have ability to write COSHH and risk assessment.

be able to process experimental data and present it in the form of a fully formatted scientific paper, containing graphics and tables to set specifications.

be able to understand the application and limitations of statistics to laboratory data treatment.

will be able to collect, store, and treat data, retaining good academic integrity.

be able to apply developed core skills from specialism pathways.

be able to have a comprehensive understanding of  the key concepts relating to research for a course specific pathway.