Research Project B (Analytical)

Module code: BS3601

If you are less interested in the practical aspects of scientific research and want the opportunity to gain experience in the extraction, assimilation and evaluation of information in various forms, then this module is for you. You will have the opportunity to develop skills that are applicable to many careers and are highly valued by employers such as independence, initiative and problem-solving. The nature of our analytical projects often enable you to tailor the project to your own interests and you are strongly encouraged to use novel approaches over and above simply reading research journal papers. Analytical projects can be in one of three different formats:  A Grant proposal (students identifying a problem and conduct research into set of experiments to solve this, providing background and justification for the proposed work), Data analysis (students are provided with a dataset to analyse) or a Systematised review (A Systematic, literature-based search to answer a specific question). This module requires you to complete a project diary which enables the development of reflective practice, a skill much valued by employers, and gives you the chance to use you own experiences to improve the way you work. You will also need to produce an infographic based on the background for your proposed work. In addition, you will be assessed on your performance during the project by your supervisor.

Skills gained during this module:

• The ability to contribute to the discussions about the focus, direction and progress of the research.
• The development of reflective practice.
• Ability to communicate science using mostly images through the production of an infographic.