Department of Biology & Biochemistry, Unit Catalogue 2007/08 |
BB30115 Professional Training Placement (MBiol) |
| Credits: 60 |
| Level: Honours |
| Academic Year |
| Assessment: OT100 |
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Aims & Learning Objectives: Aims: * to provide experience of the application of biological science. To enable the students to: 1. understand the principles of writing and presenting a major dissertation. 2. understand the principles and application of advanced laboratory work. 3. understand the principles and practice of working in a professional research environment. After taking this course the student should be able to: * undertake and report on a piece of work in an agreed programme; * integrate into a commercial or academic research environment; * understand the need for team work, be able to keep stringently accurate and logical lab books; * write a major report about the professional placement; * work as a professional biologist. Content: Laboratory or other professional experience which is deemed suitable by the Department. |