NAT-10001 - Module Specification
School of Chemical and Physical 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

In this module you will learn about the connections between people and research and the importance of ethics, good scientific practice, and collaboration. Together we will explore multiple different areas of science and where good practice has led to advancements in society. Through being exposed to multiple scientific fields you will be able to develop your critical thinking, learn to reflect on and challenge assumptions within science, and therefore thrive in your future research projects in later years of study.

This module will introduce you to interdisciplinary approach research and the multiple perspectives associated with combining different academic disciplines within the Natural Sciences and beyond. On this module you will be encouraged to explore the nature and significance of boundaries associated with their chosen major programme as well as those from other disciplines. Through this you will be encouraged to consider the societal relevance and importance of research outside of pure academics, such as impacts on culture, legislature, and local environments. You will also be introduced to key information literacy and academic reading and writing skills that underpin all scientific programmes.

Intended Learning Outcomes

Explain the benefits of an interdisciplinary approach to the sciences and exemplify this with specific reference to core disciplines and module subjects: 1,2
Locate, evaluate, and make effective use of a wide range of university-level information sources: 1,2
Communicate clearly and effectively using both accessible styles of writing and appropriate academic language and conventions associated with the Natural Sciences: 1
Identify, discuss and reflect upon the role that the Natural Sciences can play in the resolution of cultural, community, scientific, and global challenges facing society: 2

Study hours

Lectures: 9 hours
Seminars: 9 hours
Assessment preparation sessions: 2 hours
Presentation conference sessions: 3 hours
Guided independent learning: 127 hours

School Rules

None

Description of Module Assessment