Students will research scientific literature relevant to a given topic and devise experiments to address specific aims which will culminate into a final research proposal document. The course aims to provide students with theoretical knowledge of common methodologies used in biology, biochemistry and molecular biology; skills which enable them to interpret, synthesize and critically analyse the published literature; and the ability to apply their knowledge of biology to new problems. This course requires the student to work closely with an academic supervisor in developing their research proposal. This course requires the student to work closely with an academic supervisor in developing their research proposal.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
On satisfying the requirements of this course, students will have the knowledge and skills to:
1. Explain the broader aspects of research mechanisms and how research in biology is conducted
2. Integrate diverse methodologies and theories to address a specific topic
3. Communicate these ideas, both orally and written, to a broader scientific audience
4. Appreciate research planning and strategy
5. Design a research project on a specific topic in biology
Other Information
For permission to enrol in this course, please email rsb.studentadmin@anu.edu.au. As an indication, students are required to have an average of 70% to enrol in this course.
Indicative Assessment
Assessment will be based on:
- Journal Club Presentation (10%; LO 1-3)
- Literature Review and Research Question ( 15%; LO 1-3)
- Draft of Experimental Plan ( 20%; LO 1-5)
- Final Research Proposal Seminar (15%; LO 2, 3, 5)
- Final Research Proposal ( 40%; LO 1-5)
The ANU uses Turnitin to enhance student citation and referencing techniques, and to assess assignment submissions as a component of the University's approach to managing Academic Integrity. While the use of Turnitin is not mandatory, the ANU highly recommends Turnitin is used by both teaching staff and students. For additional information regarding Turnitin please visit the ANU Online website.
Workload
One tutorial per week and up to 60 contact hours with individual research supervisors per semesterRequisite and Incompatibility
You will need to contact the Biology Teaching and Learning Centre to request a permission code to enrol in this course.
Assumed Knowledge
Second year Molecular Biology or Biochemistry and first year Chemistry.Fees
Tuition fees are for the academic year indicated at the top of the page.
If you are a domestic graduate coursework or international student you will be required to pay tuition fees. Tuition fees are indexed annually. Further information for domestic and international students about tuition and other fees can be found at Fees.
- Student Contribution Band:
- 2
- Unit value:
- 12 units
If you are an undergraduate student and have been offered a Commonwealth supported place, your fees are set by the Australian Government for each course. At ANU 1 EFTSL is 48 units (normally 8 x 6-unit courses). You can find your student contribution amount for each course at Fees. Where there is a unit range displayed for this course, not all unit options below may be available.
| Units | EFTSL |
|---|---|
| 12.00 | 0.25000 |
Course fees
- Domestic fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $7320 |
- International fee paying students
| Year | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2017 | $9756 |
Offerings, Dates and Class Summary Links
ANU utilises MyTimetable to enable students to view the timetable for their enrolled courses, browse, then self-allocate to small teaching activities / tutorials so they can better plan their time. Find out more on the Timetable webpage.
Class summaries, if available, can be accessed by clicking on the View link for the relevant class number.
First Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3504 | 20 Feb 2017 | 27 Feb 2017 | 31 Mar 2017 | 26 May 2017 | In Person | N/A |
Second Semester
| Class number | Class start date | Last day to enrol | Census date | Class end date | Mode Of Delivery | Class Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8497 | 24 Jul 2017 | 31 Jul 2017 | 31 Aug 2017 | 27 Oct 2017 | In Person | N/A |
