Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Plan and engage in an independent and sustained investigation of a chosen research topic supervised by an academic staff.
2. Systematically identify relevant theory and concepts in the chosen field, relate these to appropriate methodologies and evidence, and draw appropriate conclusions.
3. Carry out a specific set of experiments in neuroscience to address a particular research question, at a standard consistent with current published research in the field.
4. Accurately document and analyse laboratory work and research findings
5. Present research findings, both orally and written to a high standard

Other Information

Agreement from a research lab supervisor must be obtained before requesting permission to enrol in this course.

Indicative Assessment

1. A written report of the research project (75) [LO 1,2,3,4,5]
2. A research lab book (15) [LO 3,4]
3. A research seminar (10) [LO 1,2,5]

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Workload

The expected workload will be negotiated with the supervisor. As a guide, it will consist of approximately 130 hours per 6 units of enrolment throughout the semester including:

• The project is expected to involve 80 hours of lab or project work per 6 units or enrolment throughout the semester.
• Approximately 50 hours of individual work per 6 units, which will include preparation individual work, including preparation of report, presentations and other assessment tasks

Students are expected to actively participate and contribute towards discussions and lab meetings.

Inherent Requirements

To be determined

Requisite and Incompatibility

You will need to contact the John Curtin School of Medical Research to request a permission code to enrol in this course.

Prescribed Texts

There are no specific reading materials required

Assumed Knowledge

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