Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | OCEAN SCIENCES RESEARCH PROJECT | ||
Code | ENVS377 | ||
Coordinator |
Prof C Mahaffey Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences Claire.Mahaffey@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 6 FHEQ | Whole Session | 30 |
Aims |
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To develop skills in all aspects of research in ocean sciences, including: literature searching, review and appraisal, design of experiments or models, practical and computing skills, collection and/or manipulation of data, construction of scientific hypotheses, oral communication and report writing. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Plan, organise and undertake a programme of research. |
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(LO2) Make observations of data, reflect on outcomes and adjust the research design if necessary. |
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(LO3) Interpret, critically evaluate and present the data. |
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(LO4) Complete a scientific report of the research planned and undertaken |
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(S1) Acquiring, analysing and assessing data |
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(S2) Scientific writing |
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(S3) Communicating results |
Syllabus |
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Before end of Summer Semester – Year Two Students should receive descriptions of research projects provided by staff from the Module Coordinator. Descriptions should not exceed one page including diagrams and references, but should be detailed enough to allow the students to understand the aims, methods and outcomes of the proposed projects and allow them to do some reading as well. Year Three - Semester One Week One: Students initially meet their supervisor early in the semester to discuss projects. Unless students develop their own ideas for a feasible project, there will NOT be any new project descriptions at this stage. Week Two – Week Six: Students commence background reading and have around one session with their supervisor per week. Discussions should revolve around the natur
e of the project, objectives, hypotheses to be tested, methods and approach and so on. This will allow students to prepare for the next phase of their work. Week Seven – Week Nine: Students will prepare a short report (3 pages) outlining the aims, hypotheses and objectives. Students will be guided through this process by their supervisors. Week Nine Submission of research proposals. Week Ten – Twelve Year Three – Semester Two Week One - Eight. Students work on their project research and have clear instructions on how to log their work, either electronically or in a lab book. During this time, the students will have regular sessions with their supervisors. It is crucial that they work consistently throughout this period. Week Nine. A brief outline of the project report in paper format (to be discussed with the supervisor) is fi nalised and writing commences in earnest. Week Ten. Student poster presentations and feedback from staff, which should positively feed into their reports. Week Twelve. Submission of project Reports. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 – Supervisory Meetings Teaching Method 2 - Laboratory Work or computer-based activity |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
144 |
168 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 132 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 300 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Project Proposal Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 1 | 8 pages | 30 | ||||
Project Report Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | Up to 10,000 words | 60 | ||||
Diary or Lab book Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. Assessment Schedule (When) :Semester 2 | Variable | 10 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |