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DRPS : Course Catalogue : Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies : Veterinary Sciences

Postgraduate Course: Written reflective element (VESC11021)

Course Outline
SchoolRoyal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies CollegeCollege of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate)
Course typeDissertation AvailabilityNot available to visiting students
SCQF Credits60 ECTS Credits30
SummaryDuring this final year students can select from three main options: a written dissertation (current or historical), a casebook, a portfolio or a small research project. This written reflective element will be an assignment of 10-15,000 words and a detailed proposal must be submitted and approved by the candidates/ supervisors and the programme director. An appropriate level of critical analysis, academic knowledge and reflection on the nature of enquiry will be required.
Course description A spirit of intellectual curiosity and academic enquiry
An understanding of research techniques and critical evaluation
Problem solving abilities
A good professional attitude and a high standard of professional behaviour
Knowledge and understanding of the relationship between veterinary science, medical science and other biosciences
Demonstrate an awareness of the role of veterinarians in the community, particularly in relation to ethical principles
Demonstrate competence in information technology including the use of computers for word processing, data handling and information retrieval. Produce reports in a form that is satisfactory and understandable to the intended audience
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Course Delivery Information
Academic year 2024/25, Not available to visiting students (SS1) Quota:  None
Course Start Flexible
Course Start Date 05/08/2024
Timetable Timetable
Learning and Teaching activities (Further Info) Total Hours: 600 ( Dissertation/Project Supervision Hours 600, Directed Learning and Independent Learning Hours 0 )
Additional Information (Learning and Teaching) dissertation 100%
Assessment (Further Info) Written Exam 0 %, Coursework 100 %, Practical Exam 0 %
Additional Information (Assessment) 80% Dissertation
10% Reflective Account
10% Presentation
Feedback Not entered
No Exam Information
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  1. Recognise the importance of planning and preparation required to undertake a written research project (empirical or desk-based)
  2. Develop a thorough understanding of the chosen subject area
  3. Demonstrate the ability to collate and critically assess/interpret data/literature
  4. Develop and ability to effectively communicate knowledge in a scientific manner (written and oral) and provide recommendations based on research findings
  5. Reflect on the processes involved with the development of the project
Reading List
None
Additional Information
Graduate Attributes and Skills Not entered
KeywordsCommunication,dissertation,reflection
Contacts
Course organiserDr Neil Anderson
Tel: (0131 6)51 7421
Email: Neil.Anderson@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMiss Stavriana Manti
Tel: (0131 6)50 5310
Email: stavriana.manti@ed.ac.uk
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