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![]() | 2013/4 |
![]() | Department of Chemistry |
![]() | 18 |
![]() | Honours (FHEQ level 6) |
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Academic Year |
![]() | DS 50%, OR 15%, OT 35% |
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Reassessment not allowed |
![]() | In taking this unit you cannot take CH30050 or take CH30063 |
![]() | Aims: The aim of the unit is to allow students to develop skills in conducting an in-depth analysis on a chemically-related topic, by collating and critically reviewing original data and presenting the work as written and oral reviews. The dissertation should not simply be a factual report but will attempt to identify and explain correlations, trends and exceptions within the data reviewed. Learning Outcomes: On completing this Unit the student should be able to: * Use a variety of methods in searching for information from a range of information sources on a chemistry-related topic; * Carefully and critically review this information; * Assess the reliability, importance and significance of individual pieces of information according by their sources and relevance to the topic under study; * Construct a structured, well-argued and analytical dissertation using the information sourced; * Defend their analysis of the topic studied in an oral examination based on the dissertation material. Skills: Planning and organisation (T, F, A), Study skills (F), Information and communication technology (T, F, A), Written communication (T, F, A), Oral communication (T, F, A). Content: A chemistry topic suitable for review and requiring access to primary data will be chosen by each student from a list provided. A tutor will be assigned to each student to monitor progress and give advice (including formative feedback). The data and its analysis will be reported as a dissertation and an oral presentation. It will be defended in a viva-voce examination. Students will attend a presentation by the Chemistry Librarian on the use of appropriate information sources. |
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CH30144 is Optional on the following programmes:Department of Chemistry
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