Biology MA, Scientific Project I, 15 credits

Aim

To perform the first steps of the scientific project, and to widen the students research experience in biology by participation in other research projects in biology.

Course objectives

After completion of the course, the student shall:
- Be acquainted with a main theoretical or experimental method, central for the scientific project
- Be able to analyze, evaluate and communicate the results from theoretical and experimental aspects
- Have knowledge of other ongoing research projects in biology

Content

Initiation of the independent scientific project, which may include theoretical, field based or experimental methods for data collection. Preliminary analyses of derived data and planning of the future steps of the scientific project. The student will also be offered to participate in other research projects in biology. The Student is required to put the current work in a societal context to be able to assess the impact.

Entry requirements

Biology MA, Theory and Experimental Design, 15 credits.

Selection rules and procedures

The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.

Teaching form

A supervised theoretical, experimental or field based research project based on an, together with supervisor, established workplan. The student keeps a detailed diary of activities that constitute reporting of project development.

Examination form

2001: Module 1 - practical work and planning, 12.5 Credits
Grade scale: Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.
Start of the practical implementation of own scientific project, which may include theoretical, field-based or experimental methods of data collection. Preliminary analyzes of material and planning of future steps in the scientific project.

2002: Module 2- Participation in research, 2.5 Credits
Grade scale: Fail (U) or Pass (G)
The student participates in other ongoing research projects in biology.

Grading criteria for the subject can be found at www.miun.se/gradingcriteria.

The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special support by Mid Sweden University’s disabilities adviser.

Grading system

Seven-grade scale, A, B, C, D, E, Fx and F. Fx and F represent fail levels.

Other information

This course cannot be included in the same degree as BI015A.