Last modified: 27 Feb 2018 11:54
Provides thorough training in managing all aspects of a research project from inception to delivery of a thesis in the format of a scientific manuscript, technical note or consultancy report;
It is an independent research project that can cover any area of environmental science, and which may be computer, laboratory, greenhouse, partner company or field based;
It may be done in the UK or internationally and requires close supervision and training through individual meetings and tuition with supervisor;
May use new technology and research or commercial deliverables to enhance the learning experience and skill base of the student.
| Study Type | Postgraduate | Level | 5 |
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| Session | Second Sub Session | Credit Points | 60 credits (30 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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Course Aims: To demonstrate critical thinking within a selected research subject To collect, manage and interpret empirical and/or modelled data. To write in a scientific manner similar to that required by peer-reviewed publications.
Main Learning Outcomes: How to manage time and resources in a research project To review scientific literature How to link project data to scientific literature findings To interpret data and present it in a valid and critical manner. To develop a critical appraisal of a research project and place this in a scientific context to demonstrate written and oral communication as a research scientist. To maintain a laboratory or field notebook Content: Research project involving independent data collection, modelling and interpretation.
Students who have passed the taught components on the MSc Environmental Science programme will be permitted to proceed to this course.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
The thesis will be in a written in a scientific journal format. The field/laboratory notebook will also be submitted to make sure that the data are original and collected by the student. Marks are awarded both on account of the quality of the research performed, on the data analysis carried out, as well as the presentation and interpretation of the results.
Formative feedback will be by regular meetings with project supervisor. Additionally written feedback will be given on a draft of the write up (excluding discussion).
Feedback will be provided as written comments on an electronic submission of the thesis.
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