Course overview
The aim of this course is to develop specialised knowledge and capabilities for independent scientific research through conduct of an independent research project in Chemistry under academic supervision.
- Initial seminar
- Final Seminar
- Writing a thesis
- Final viva
- All-in Introductory Workshop
- Professional conduct
- Research Proposal
Course learning outcomes
- apply advanced knowledge of chemistry to independently analyse and solve and/or to evaluate solutions to conceptual and/or quantitative research problems
- demonstrate proficiency in safe laboratory practices where required, and professional conduct including principles of ethical practice, research integrity and data management as appropriate to the project
- apply, adapt and/or develop suitable techniques or approaches to address research problems as appropriate to the project
- critically analyse, interpret and present the results of the research project
- evaluate the outcomes of the research project and place these in context through a synthesis of relevant research literature and results
- represent and interpret chemical structures, formulae, equations and reaction mechanisms as appropriate to the research project
- communicate ideas that relate to the research project in written and/or oral form to a specialist and/or general audience
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