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Archived Version 2011 - 2012
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Description To provide skill in utilising library and computer scientific information. To teach methods of collating, analysing and compiling a review on a chosen subject. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Research the pertinent literature relevant to a given topic using, in particular, published scientific articles as sources 2. Discriminate between articles that are more relevant/less relevant 3. Critically evaluate in an original way the contributions of various discoveries to the understanding of the topic 4. Compose a written document to present critical contributions in a structured way 5. Integrate references to the source material appropriately 6. Present to an audience a clear and informative description of the topic 7. Explain and defend the interpretation of the topic to an audience, through dialogue | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 The student will choose from a variety of research topics provided by the academic staff of the School of Biological Sciences at the start of semesterStudent will develop a number of skills which will be important in almost any discipline or professional activity, including the ability toLocate and retrieve relevant (scientific) information from a variety of sources, books, journals and the internetOrganise information in a logically, structured and coherent fashion with reference to specified objectives.Critically evaluate and compare informationPresent information in a clear and concise manner, while adhereing to the conventions of scientific writing and the relevant format guidelines provided.The literature review should be approximately 30 pages in length and contain complete index, short summary, introduction specific sections, conclusion and bibliography. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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AS | BSc in Analytical Science |
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