Postgraduate Course: Dissertation 2 (Equine Science) (EQSC11029)
Course Outline
| School | Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies |
College | College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 60 |
| Home subject area | Equine Science |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | The dissertation course is designed to further develop the student&©s scientific skills and ability to utilise scientific theory. This course will consist of three elements, a dissertation thesis, a reflective account of their learning during the dissertation course and a presentation of their thesis.
The dissertation project is designed to further develop the student&©s understanding of the processes and planning involved in undertaking research and to develop their scientific written communication skills. The reflective element provides students with the opportunity to develop their skills as reflective scientists, whilst the presentation element allows for the oral communication of their findings.
Students will be given the option of undertaking either a research project involving data collection or a desk-based study.
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Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Course Delivery Information
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| Delivery period: 2011/12 Flexible, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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WebCT enabled: Yes |
Quota: None |
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
&· Recognise the importance of planning and preparation required to undertake a research project (empirical or desk-based)
&· Develop a thorough understanding of the chosen subject area
&· Demonstrate the ability to collate and critically assess/interpret data/literature
&· Develop and ability to effectively communicate knowledge in a scientific manner (written and oral
&· Provide recommendations based on research findings
&· Reflect on the processes involved with the development of the dissertation thesis.
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Assessment Information
Preliminary project proposal $ú 5 %
Detailed project proposal $ú 10 %
Thesis $ú 55 %
Reflective element $ú 15 %
Presentation $ú 15 %
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Special Arrangements
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Additional Information
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| Keywords | Dissertation course |
Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Jo-Anne Murray
Tel: (0131 6)50 6259
Email: jo-anne.murray@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary | Miss Bryony Waggett
Tel: (0131 6)50 8783
Email: bryony.waggett@ed.ac.uk |
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