LSC-40127 - 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

This module focusses on the development of Advanced Scientific Research Skills.
Through a series of tutorial sessions, student-led journal clubs, laboratory practicals and multidisciplinary team meetings (MDT) you will develop both your scientific practice (interpretation, critique, communication) and practical laboratory skills.
Teaching will be centred around a core clinical case study with diagnostic elements applicable to both the haematology and medical microbiology routes. MDT meetings will provide the opportunity to share expertise.

The module delivers Advanced Research Skills, covering both laboratory techniques and scientific practice. Students will develop key scientific practice skills including critical evaluation, lay communication, and the preparation of professional oral/ poster presentations. Students will further be provided with a comprehensive hands-on experience of some of the cutting-edge techniques being used in the areas of Blood Science and Medical Microbiology.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Critically evaluate different scientific methodologies and experimental designs.: 1
Present data and scientific findings in written and oral form, taking into account the target audience: 1,2
Demonstrate competence in a range of laboratory techniques applicable to research/diagnosis in the areas of blood science and medical microbiology, and critically evaluate how these are used to create and interpret knowledge: 1,2
Analyse, interpret and integrate scientific data from various sources to draw overall conclusions relevant to the diagnostic process: 2
Reflect on personal practice and identify evidence-based means for self-improvement: 3

Study hours

8 x 1.5 hours of tutorials = 12 hr
8 x 1 hour structured engagement in tutorials = 8 hr
4 x 3.0 hours journal clubs = 12 hr
6 x 3.0 hours laboratory classes = 18 hr
2 x 3.0 hours MDT meeting = 6hr
3 x 1.0 hours drop-in sessions = 3hr
60 hours - completion of laboratory report
6 x 3.0 hours - preparation for practical sessions
20 hours - preparation of poster
20 hours - preparation of reflective report
123 hours - independent study

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment