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| Programme | SoLS - Life Sciences Modules Database (Level 3) C700 - B.Sc. Hons. Biochemistry (Part 2 - Restricted Group 1) C703 - M.Sci. Hons. Biochemistry (Part 2 - Restricted Group 2) CC47 - B.Sc. Hons. Biochemistry and Genetics (Part 2 - Restricted Group 2) CC4R - M.Sci. Hons. Biochemistry and Genetics (Part 2 - Restricted Group 2) C741 - B.Sc. Hons. Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (Part 2 - Restricted Group 3) C742 - M.Sci. Hons. Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (Part 2 - Restricted Group 3) |
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| Year |  Select a new weight:
           https://curriculum.nottingham.ac.uk/2026/view/tree/91219/year_lookup/XXIDXX
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| Accrediting Bodies | https://curriculum.nottingham.ac.uk/2026/view/tree/91219/year_lookup/XXIDXX
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| Module Code | LIFE3042 |
| Credits | 40 |
Level: Level 3
Target Students: Students registered for degrees in Biochemistry C700, C703, C741, C742, CC47, CC4R.
Taught Semesters:
| Semester | Assessment |
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| Full Year | Assessed by end of Designated Period |
Prerequisites: Students will be expected to have successfully completed Part I of C700, C703, C741, C742, CC47, CC4R
Corequisites: None.
Summary of Content: This module enables students to experience contemporary research methods. Students will perform a laboratory based research project on a topic related to the interests of a member of the academic staff. They will produce a dissertation explaining what work was performed and a discussion of the results obtained. Alternatively, students will select a topic of interest to them and a member of academic staff and conduct an in depth literature survey of the background and current state of knowledge relating to that topic. They will produce a comprehensive critical dissertation on the chosen topic.
Method and Frequency of Class:
Specific Activities are not listed
Further Activity Details:
Please refer to the module timetable online for up to date information on contact hours.
Method of Assessment:
| Assessment Type | Weight | Requirements |
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| Coursework 1 | 80 | 8000 word project report |
| Practical | 20 | Supervisor's assessment |
Convenor:
Dr A Bennett
Dr S Wheatley
Dr A Hume
Education Aims: The project aims to give the students the ability to learn how to investigate a relevant biochemical problem in depth in a modern research environment.
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Students will develop a deep understanding of a chosen biochemical topic through researching the area chosen and practical work on a new aspect of the topic |
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Students will understand the research that has previously been reported on their chosen topic. |
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Students will be able to critically analyse the work reported on their topic and be able to design a research programme aimed at developing a particular area of research |
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Students will be able to report their research findings in an extended scientific report and be able to discuss their results with a member of academic staff |
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Students will be able to critically analyse research data |
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Students will be able to use computers in biochemical research |
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Students will be able to design biochemical experiments or literature investigations |
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Students will develop their use of the library |
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Students will develop their report writing skills |
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Students will develop their communication skills |
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