Generate hypotheses and deduce outcomes of such hypotheses that may be investigated by experiment.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Seminars, tutorial-based discussion, directed and self-directed study, problem based assignments and experiential learning; Lab-based classes; Research Project

Methods of Assessment

Research Project dissertation

Prioritise the different elements in a complex system.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Seminars, tutorial-based discussion, directed and self-directed study, problem based assignments and experiential learning; Lab-based classes; Research Project

Methods of Assessment

Lab reports; written coursework; project dissertation

Efficiently summarise large quantities of information and synthesise core concepts from diverse sources.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Seminars, tutorial-based discussion, directed and self-directed study, problem based assignments and experiential learning; Lab-based classes; Research Project

Methods of Assessment

Lab reports; written coursework; oral presentations; project dissertation

Creatively apply scientific principles to new problems and in new situations.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Seminars, tutorial-based discussion, directed and self-directed study, problem based assignments and experiential learning; Lab-based classes; Research Project

Methods of Assessment

Lab reports; written coursework; oral presentations; project dissertation

Discuss several specific areas of current research within medical/biomedical science.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Didactic teaching and guided discovery methods with an emphasis on small group discussions, student/staff led seminars, oral and written presentations of literature reviews; discussions with project supervisor

Methods of Assessment

Written exams; research project dissertation

Undertake basic and clinical research under appropriate supervision

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Research project

Methods of Assessment

Project dissertation and Oral Presentation

Critically evaluate current scientific literature in the field of medical/biomedical science.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Undertaking Research Project; analysis and discussion of data through the use of examples within class or through the research project; formative assessment with class discussion and presentation of journal papers, posters or students talks; one to one discussions with tutor and/or project supervisor

Methods of Assessment

Project dissertation, lab reports; lab/log book assessment; oral/poster presentations; written assignments on interpretation and analysis of scientific papers

Design and plan experiments and experimental schedules in clinical and biomedical science that satisfy recognised standards of safety and accountability.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Research Project; Instruction in safety procedures including relevant paperwork, such as COSHH and ethical approval forms for project reports

Methods of Assessment

Project Dissertation and supervisor’s report

Evaluate experimental data using appropriate analytical and statistical methods

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Laboratory practical classes and project work; formal lectures and practical classes in statistics and interpretation

Methods of Assessment

Project dissertation, lab reports; lab/log book assessment; oral/poster presentations; written exams and assignments in statistical practice

Employ bibliographic software in the completion of essays and dissertations

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Formal didactic teaching and practice in the use of bibliographic software

Methods of Assessment

Coursework such as essays; research project dissertation

Work safely in biomedical research laboratories (where appropriate)

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Instruction in safety procedures including relevant paperwork, such as COSHH and ethical approval forms for project reports

Methods of Assessment

Project Dissertation and supervisor’s report

Demonstrate competence in the use of general laboratory equipment (where appropriate).

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Module practical classes; undertaking of Level 3 Research Projects;

Methods of Assessment

Practical lab reports; formal assessed demonstrations of use of lab equipment

Demonstrate competence in the use of an appropriate range of specialised laboratory equipment.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Level 3 Research Project

Methods of Assessment

Project Dissertation; Project Supervisor Reports

Independent study skills

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

This is promoted through a range of coursework across all stages of the programme

Methods of Assessment

Completion of coursework within agreed deadlines; successful completion of study schedules in time for summative assessments

Written and oral communication

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Completion of written reports, essays, dissertations; oral presentations; Essay writing and peer teaching represent significant components of modules at Level 2 and 3 of the programme and provide excellent opportunity for the development of written and oral communication

Methods of Assessment

Formal oral, poster and written presentations

IT skills

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Computer skills are developed consistently throughout all stages of study from the initial orientation to the final year project report and presentation

Methods of Assessment

Lab reports; essays; oral and poster presentations; project dissertation

Numerical and data handling skills

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Laboratory practical classes and project work; formal lectures and practical classes in statistics and interpretation (statistics completed previously in medicine/dentistry)

Methods of Assessment

Project dissertation, lab reports; lab/log book assessment; oral/poster presentations;

Time management

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Schedule the undertaking and completion of a range of coursework and study opportunities within a time-limited framework

Methods of Assessment

Completion of coursework within agreed deadlines; successful completion of study schedules in time for summative assessments

Team working

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Teaching through group projects and other learning strategies

Methods of Assessment

The utilisation of both peer and staff assessment of group product quality and individual contribution

Apply the scientific method and statistical principles in the design of studies and experiments.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Undertaking Research Project; analysis and discussion of data through the use of examples within class or through the research project; formative assessment with class discussion and presentation of journal papers, posters or students talks; one to one discussions with tutor and/or project supervisor

Methods of Assessment

Project dissertation, lab reports; lab/log book assessment; oral/poster presentations; written assignments on interpretation and analysis of scientific papers

Write a summary and critique of the published literature in their chosen area of research and submit the findings of their own research in an appropriately structured and referenced fashion in the form of a thesis.

Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies

Undertaking Research Project; analysis and discussion of data through the use of examples within class or through the research project; formative assessment with class discussion and presentation of journal papers, posters or students talks; one to one discussions with tutor and/or project supervisor

Methods of Assessment

Project dissertation, lab reports; lab/log book assessment; oral/poster presentations; written assignments on interpretation and analysis of scientific papers