Course Details in 2024/25 Session

Module Title	LI Advanced Research Methods and Project Planning
School	School of Geog Earth & Env Sci
Department	Earth and Environ Sciences
Module Code	03 40180
Module Lead	Rebecca Bartlett
Level	Intermediate Level
Credits	20
Semester	Full Term
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Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-8 hours Seminar-1 hours Tutorial-4 hours Practical Classes and workshops-12 hours Supervised time in studio/workshop-6 hours External Visits-9 hours Guided independent study-160 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This research-led module supports and develops the independent scholar and guides students through the planning of final year projects. Semester 1 Research Skills – Team taught so that students gain experience and skills in each of our EVS research areas, with a particular focus on data interpretation and presentation. Students will develop a Skills Portfolio through the term to support CV development and employability. Project allocation is embedded into this module. Supervisors will advertise research projects mid-term, and students will submit a brief application for 2 projects. Semester 2 Project Planning – after project allocation, students will develop a research question and project proposal. Student-led formative exercises will focus on Research Proposal Case Studies, and responsible Risk Assessment in research.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the Module, students should be able to: Demonstrate competency in core environmental science research skills and design (field, lab, data, write up) Discuss QA processes in environmental sampling, analysis and experiment design Determine the appropriate data techniques for a given research project eg GIS, statistical analysis, graphics Report primary data appropriately and with reference to analytical error, limitations, secondary data sets, as well as both specific and broad scientific context. Assess major personal, environmental and/or material risks in research and assign appropriate mitigation controls Review literature to identify a research gap, demonstrate its context and define a research question Plan a viable research project to address a research gap. Identify the potential for application and development of research, and its limitations.
Assessment
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment Research skills portfolio for environmental Science, including CV and cover letter 40% Case for Support, including risk assessment 60% Method of Reassessment Case for Support and RA. This can be an update of the original submission
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