Core Module Information
Module title: Professional Practice

SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: BMS10107
Module leader: David Smith
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Life Sciences
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

Description of module content:

This module will prepare you for undertaking your project work in the following trimester and additionally allow you to build on areas of your employability in preparation for presenting yourself to the professional world. Topics being covered will include; risk assessment and ethics; time management and project planning; scientific methodology and consideration of limiting factors; use of data in the workplace; critical writing and referencing; advanced communication skills; quality processes; interpersonal and interview skills; how a business is run; project management and consultancy; teaching as a destination; public engagement and outreach; policy and conservation. The blogposting assessment will encourage you to reflect upon your skills using a reflective communication approach and provide practise in self and peer assessment; this will also underpin the job application assessment, which will entail providing evidence of and articulation of skills and attributes for a chosen future profession.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critical appraise qualitative and quantitative research methods, ethical process, quality, risk assessment, health and safety as they may pertain to professional practice.

LO2: Demonstrate evidence of skills competency through engagement with a number of skills workshops as they relate to your project and professional area.

LO3: Reflect upon prior learning.

LO4: Communicate learning and skills in a professional and targeted manner.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: David Smith
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 18 Weekly interactive lectures will be held to introduce and build on concepts covered within previous module work with the aim of supporting transferable skills and skills important for final trimester projects, as well as incorporating useful aspects in preparation for job application processes and assessment.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 15 Optional workshop sessions (choice of 5 from 10 allowed) will be led by relevant academic staff and industry experts. These will cover different aspects of jobs and industry to provide opportunities for you to learn more about areas of interest for your potential future field of work. All sessions will be interactive and supporting materials provided on Moodle to allow further investigation and underpin student learning.
Online Guided independent study 167 Each week reading materials and additional resources/links will be shared on Moodle (and via the Module leganto list). You are expected to engage with these materials and discuss as appropriate during the lecture and workshop sessions.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Oral Assessment 50 2~3~4 Exam Period HOURS= 5min A short interview style oral assessment to allow you to articulate your transferable skills and workshop-based learning. This will also link to your CV and cover letter assessment from which additional questions will be taken as apporpriate.
Portfolio 50 1~3~4 Week 11 , WORDS= 750-1000 You will be provided with a choice of job adverts and will be asked to write a CV and cover letter to apply for one of these jobs.
Component 1 subtotal: 50
Component 2 subtotal: 50
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
BMS10107 Professional Practice