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Module Specifications
Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.
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Description
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To enable students to undertake a research project in the fields of genetics , cell biology and bioinformatics. To develop skills in laboratory or computational research. To develop skills in presentation and analysis of the results of scientific research.
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| Workload |
Full-time hours per semester |
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| Laboratory | 250 | 10 week laboratory reearch | | Independent learning time | 40 | Analysis of results, report writing | | Total Workload: 290 |
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Laboratory Research Project.
The student will choose a research project from a list submitted by academic staff. Having undertaken the Literature Survey module (BE491) in semester 7, the student will have researched the background to the project..The student will spend 20-25 hours per week for an 8-week period undertaking the project in the research laboratory managed by their academic supervisor..At the end of this period, the student will present their results at a series of seminars to an audience of their peers and academic staff..Following the oral presentations, the student will submit a typed version of the work for inspection by 2 internal and 2 external examiners...
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| Assessment Breakdown | | Continuous Assessment | 100% | Examination Weight | 0% |
| Course Work Breakdown |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
1 = A resit is available for all components of the module
2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module
3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component |
| This module is category 2 |
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Indicative Reading List
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Other Resources
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| GCB | BSc in Genetics & Cell Biology |
| Timetable this semester: Timetable for BE495 |
| Date of Last Revision | 28-JAN-09 |
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