LSC-40029 - Module Specification
School of Life Sciences
Faculty of Natural Sciences

Programme/Approved Electives for 2024/25

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Co-requisites

None

Prerequisites

None

Barred Combinations

None

Description for 2024/25

Identification and frank evaluation of ethical issues are essential key aspects of any professional or researcher working within Biomedical Science. However, these concerns are often over looked or trivialised by career-young professionals. This module introduces some of the cornerstones to be considered when taking a systematic approach to ethical challenges. You will work together to discuss real case studies in order to fully appreciate the potential impact ethics can have on patients, health workers and researchers alike.
Throughout this module you are encouraged to take personal responsibility for your learning as you begin to explore your own personal area of interest within the field. You will develop vital professional and employability skills as you are guided into sharing best practice and encouraged to think about new and innovative approaches to existing scientific problems.
This module concludes with an analysis of the grant application process, giving you an insight into the essential skills that are often required at the very outset of new research or projects.

To highlight the absolute requirement for a systemic approach to tackling ethical issues within Biomedical Science and to begin to learn how to manage scientific projects effectively beginning with the application and completion of grant proposals. Students will also learn how to independently conduct literature reviews in defined areas, and are guided to think about new, innovative areas of research within this field.

Intended Learning Outcomes

identify and apply a systematic approach to the resolution of ethical concerns in current Biomedical Science problems: 2
integrate knowledge of complex scientific problems with a personal understanding of ethical and communicative concerns to assess potential implications for patients and health care professionals: 1,2
critically evaluate scientific literature to assess current practice within biomedical science disciplines: 1
use scientific research principles to develop new lines of scientific questioning: 1,2
conduct a literature review in a self-chosen area of interest: 1
design a grant proposal that demonstrates innovation and originality within Biomedical Sciences through the application and procurement of new knowledge: 2
critically discuss current issues and trends within Biomedical Science: 1,2

Study hours

8x 2 hours workshops/tutorials
14 hours wider reading
70 hours to complete literature review
hours to prepare the oral presentation
50 hours to complete the grant proposal

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment