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SM2001: FOUNDATION SKILLS FOR MEDICAL SCIENCES (2014-2015)

Last modified: 28 Jun 2018 10:27


Course Overview

  • this course is the cornerstone to all the advanced science courses in later years and provides you with key skills for success in science; 
  • feedback from employers drove the course design to give specific and focused science skills to enhance your employability;
  • analytical, professional, data interpretation, experimental design and problem solving skills are core elements that are essential for any graduate career portfolio;
  • this course and the additional specifically developed online resources have been commended by employers and students alike.


Course Details

Study Type Undergraduate Level 2
Term First Term Credit Points 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits)
Campus None. Sustained Study No
Co-ordinators
  • Dr Derryck Shewan

What courses & programmes must have been taken before this course?

None.

What other courses must be taken with this course?

None.

What courses cannot be taken with this course?

None.

Are there a limited number of places available?

No

Course Description

This course focuses on enhancing core research skills for the study of the medical sciences. It is a requirement for all students with degree intentions in the School of Medical Sciences. The course develops the essential skills that are needed to undertake a research project. Its aim is to instil an active student-driven approach to learning based on curiosity and exploration of knowledge as opposed to passive acquisition. Students work in groups of around 6 and will research a particular topic related to the general theme of 'Health and Disease'. Students learn to critically analyse published work, evaluate sources of information, and basic presentation skills.

Further Information & Notes

All students in the School of Medical Sciences are required to take this course, which develops and enhances the foundation skills for further study of all disciplines within the School.

Contact Teaching Time

Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.

Teaching Breakdown

More Information about Week Numbers


Details, including assessments, may be subject to change until 30 August 2024 for 1st term courses and 20 December 2024 for 2nd term courses.

Summative Assessments

1st Attempt: There are 5 assessments and a practical project. Each assessment has to be passed, students retake any failed assessment until they pass, although limited to a CAS 9 for any attempt other than their first.

Formative Assessment

PRS-based questions in the lectures. Workshop material allows them to practise the skills with lots of staff for assistance and feedback. Practice questions give full feedback on the answers.

Feedback

Students given feedback in lectures, workshops and practice sessions on the web. Further personal tuition is provided if required, by teaching staff or the Student Learning Service.

Course Learning Outcomes

None.
 

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