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School:

School of Applied Sciences

Credit Rating:

60

Level (including FHEQ):

M (FHEQ Level 7)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Module Leader:

Esta Bostock

Version Number

2023.01

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Supervised Time in Studio/Workshop

Synopsis

The overall aim of the project is to train the student in methods of experimental design and either to develop new forensic biology methods (for example, to select by critical comparison and apply the most suitable method to a particular problem) or to research a novel forensic biology problem. Research … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Strategy

Students will liaise with their supervisor to carry out their research projects. Typically, the project will involve 400 hours of practical work.

A Brightspace site will be available for this module and students will be encouraged to access this for regular announcements, guidance and supplementary information.

Outline Syllabus

The study of a forensic biology problem. The project will normally consist of 50 days of laboratory work, although non-laboratory projects that allow for sufficient data processing and/or analysis to demonstrate research skills and achieve the learning outcomes will also be acceptable.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
be able to understand the key components that constitute a successful research project.
2.
be be able to be familiar with the current forensic biology literature and in particular to be able to review, select, read and critically discuss the papers most relevant to the student’s research project.
3.
be able to be able to plan research work with appropriate considerations of the project aims, time management, instrumentation usage, H&S, etc.
4.
be able to be able to perform experimental work (either obtained in the laboratory or from literature or questionnaires) while demonstrating appropriate skills in the use of complex instrumentation, software packages, etc.
5.
will be able to demonstrate the ability to process data and interpret results both in the light of knowledge gained by the student elsewhere in the course and the work of other researchers in the field.
6.
will be able to demonstrate the techniques of communication including manuscript preparation, poster and oral presentation.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: Other

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Assessment 2: Written Assignment

Assessment 3: Written Assignment

Assessment 4: Presentation

Assessment Criteria

Students will be required to demonstrate their forensic biology skills and background knowledge gained whilst being on the course. The students are expected to demonstrate a range of research skills including planning experiments, undertaking measurements, processing and interpreting data and presenting results in a variety of formats.

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