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

Postgraduate Course: Research Methods in Equine Science (EQSC11034)

Course Outline
SchoolRoyal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies CollegeCollege of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) AvailabilityAvailable to all students
SCQF Credits20 ECTS Credits10
SummaryThe research methods and data analysis course focuses on an understanding of scientific and statistical concepts; scientific investigation including the importance of collecting appropriate data; efficient data analysis using appropriate statistical methods and statistical and data software packages; as well as gaining the appropriate ethical approval. At the end of this course, students will be able to apply scientific and statistical methods to actual research projects. Attention will also be given to producing a research proposal.
Course description This course is compulsory for students intending to undertake the MSc dissertation.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Information for Visiting Students
Pre-requisitesThe topics covered in this course are integrated with those covered in previous courses.
High Demand Course? Yes
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  1. Explain scientific and statistical concepts.
  2. Design, plan, analyse (using Minitab) and write-up simple experiments.
  3. Apply scientific and statistical methods in research projects.
  4. Discuss statistical issues with a statistician.
Reading List
None
Additional Information
Graduate Attributes and Skills Not entered
KeywordsMethodology,statistics,data,science,communication
Contacts
Course organiserMrs Bryony Lancaster
Tel: (0131 6)50 8783
Email: bryony.lancaster@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMrs Elizabeth Wright
Tel: (0131 6)50 6272
Email: E.Wright@ed.ac.uk
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