BTH4100 - Biotechnology research project

Leader(s): Dr Philip MacKinnon

Offered

Clayton Full year 2009 (Day)
Clayton Second semester to First semester 2009 (Day)

Synopsis

Students will undertake a supervised research project. Candidates may commence the honours year at the beginning of either the first or second semester. Students will carry out a research project and present the results of their study in both written and oral form. Information about research projects will be available from the course coordinator towards the end of the preceding semester.

Objectives

Students can:

1. design and implement a supervised research project;
2. execute and analyse research;
3. use computer data systems;
4. report scientific work;
5. communicate with scientists;
6. use technical skills;
7. do relevant research procedures;
8. pursue higher studies.

Assessment

Assessment will include a written thesis and oral defence. Final assessment methods will be advised by the unit coordinator prior to commencement.

Contact hours

Full year

Prerequisites

Completion of the requirements for levels 1 to 3 of the Bachelor of Biotechnology with Honours

Co-requisites

BTH4200