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Core Module Information
Module title: Scientific Skills [Hong Kong]
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: BMS11603
Module leader: Clare Taylor
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:

In this module you will develop an appreciation of the history and philosophy of science and, specifically, a critical awareness of issues and advances in biomedical science. You will also develop skills in team working, communication and presentation through the development and delivery of a high quality seminar presentation, and in the generic competencies required for a scientific research project. This module will include - the nature of science, the scientific literature and the principles of scientific method, including planning a research proposal; scientific data handling and analysis, with data provided by local tutors; current topics in the scientific literature and the media detailing concepts, technology and ethical issues relating to biomedical science.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Plan a scientific investigation and develop a research proposal which, where necessary, takes both legal and ethical requirements into account.

LO2: Select and apply appropriate methods (including statistics) for data analysis, and demonstrate an ability to make informed judgements from complex data.

LO3: Analyse and interpret DNA and protein sequence data using bioinformatics.

LO4: Demonstrate appropriate analytical, communication skills.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: HONG KONG
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Clare Taylor
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 18 Lectures will be primarily delivered in-person. Materials to support your learning will be available online from the VLE and recommended reading will be provided via the module reading list.
Face To Face Tutorial 20 You will take part in tutorials that will give you hands-on practice of data handling skills as well as planning scientific investigations.
Online Guided independent study 162 Throughout the trimester, you are expected to structure in time to reflect upon the learning you have undertaken in your scheduled sessions and to complete your essential reading. You are encouraged to read more widely around the topics you are studying and engage in Moodle activities and resources. You will need to ensure that you have sufficient time to prepare and plan for your assessment tasks.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Portfolio 60 2~3 Week 8 , WORDS= 2000 words You will complete data handling exercises based on statistics and bioinformatics and compile these into data reports to form your portfolio.
Report 40 1~4 Week 12 , WORDS= 1500 words Using the template provided you will prepare a research proposal for a scientific investigation.
Component 1 subtotal: 60
Component 2 subtotal: 40
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
BMS11603 Scientific Skills
 

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