Biology MA, Independent Project within Master by Research in Biology, 30 credits
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Biologi AV, Självständigt arbete inom Master by research i biologi, 30 hp
Biology MA, Independent Project within Master by Research in Biology, 30 credits
General data
- Code:BI021A
- Subject/Main field:Biology
- Cycle:Second cycle
- Credits:30
- Progressive specialization:A2E - Second cycle, contains degree project for Master of Arts/Master of Science (120 credits)
- Education area:Natural sciences 100%
- Answerable department:Natural science, Design, and Sustainable Development
- Approved:2024-06-04
- Version valid from:2024-09-02
Aim
The purpose of the independent work is to give the student in-depth knowledge of the research process and to make a contribution in the field of biology, as well as to present the completed work in a scientifically correct manner and place this in a larger scientific context.
Course objectives
After completing the course the student shall be able to:
- make a timeplan for solving a larger task,
- collect, analyze and evaluate scientific data using proven methods in biology,
- assess scientific, societal and ethical aspects relevant to the study,
- communicate obtained results orally and in writing in English,
- identify future research tasks based on one's own work,
- critically review another scientific work.
Content
Scientific work, writing a scientific report, oral presentation and opposition of other scientific work.
Entry requirements
Biology MA, Scientific Project II, 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
Tutoring during planning and execution of the independent work. A final seminar where the work is presented orally with feedback from senior researchers.
Examination form
M100: Oral Presentation, 2 Credits
Grade scale: Two-grade scale
Includes oral presentation, in English, of one's own work as well as a review of other scientific work that is carried out either orally or in writing.
R100: Report, 28 Credits
Grade scale: Seven-grade scale, A-F o Fx
Scientific report to be written in English.
Link to grading criteria: https://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-F o Fx
Other information
This course cannot be included in the same degree as BI018A.
Course reading
Required literature
To be chosen together with the supervisor