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 | Study Skills (Ecology and Marine Biology) | ||
Code | ENVS104 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr JS Thomson Earth, Ocean and Ecological Sciences Jack.Thomson@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2022-23 | Level 4 FHEQ | Whole Session | 15 |
Aims |
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To develop study skills such as referencing, essay writing, oral and poster presentation; |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Be able to write a scientific essay |
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(LO2) Be able to produce a scientific poster |
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(LO3) Be able to give a scientific oral presentation |
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(LO4) Be able to appropriately source and reference the material used in their writing and presentation. |
Syllabus |
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Semester 1 includes: Semester 2 includes: |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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The module will be delivered through a combination of tutorials, seminars and group activities, including some local fieldwork to explore the environment around Liverpool and meet other staff and students on the programme. Five tutorials in small groups will be held each semester, including one 1-to-1 meeting in the tutor's role as Academic Advisor. Tutorials will provide a space for discussion about academic and transferable skills such as essay-writing, presenting information, and looking for jobs and careers. Additionally, seminars will provide additional opportunities for active learning for some of these activities. One of these will be to provide a space for students to meet third year marine biologists and discuss their approach and experiences throughout their time here. |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
3 |
3 |
10 |
8 |
1 2 1 |
28 | |
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 122 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
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 |
oral presentation with opportunity for questions. Oral presentations are frequently used to present work at conferences, to stakeholders or other audiences across most employment sectors. There is | 0 | 25 | ||||
Academic Integrity Test 60m online test containing 15 MCQs. Students will need to get 100% but can take the test multiple times. | 0 | 5 | ||||
Essay: provides a range of skills including the collection and collation of information and ability to construct evidence-based arguments. Provides an opportunity to practice referencing/citation. The | 0 | 40 | ||||
Poster: presenting and displaying data and information appropriately and concisely. Posters themselves are often presented at scientific or other conferences, but the relevant skills are common across | 0 | 30 |
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. |