Academic Skills in Life Sciences (C7161)
Academic Skills in Life Sciences
Module C7161
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Module Outline
Students will learn about the range of research done in the School of Life Sciences, how to read and evaluate the primary research literature, how to write scientific essays, referencing scientific misconduct and also some of the quantitative skills needed in life sciences. This module is taught by lectures, workshops and tutorials, which are normally taken with the Academic advisor. A class will be run on Careers.
Module learning outcomes
To understand and interpret a primary research paper in Life Sciences, especially the main research objectives, outcomes and how the conclusions are justified by the evidence.
To demonstrate the ability to understand and explain quantitative data especially the graphical presentation, and do basic calculations relevant to life sciences, including an understanding of units.
To develop communication skills and explain scientific concepts orally and in writing, using suitable organisation and use of graphics.
To search databases and online resources for information, understand plagiarism and use a conventional referencing system to build a bibliography.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T1 Week 8 | 50.00% |
| Test | T1 Week 6 (1 hour) | 30.00% |
| Presentation | T1 Week 11 (10 minutes) | 10.00% |
| Test | T1 Week 11 | 10.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Class | 1 hour | 00001000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Seminar | 1 hour | 11111111100 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Tutorial * | 1 hour | 10101000100 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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