COMPGV16 - Research Methods and Reading

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Code
COMPGV16
Year
MSc
Prerequisites

Term
2
Taught By
Tim Weyrich (100%)
Aims
To introduce students to research methods and guide them through writing a critical literature review of their chosen area.
Learning Outcomes
To understand the components of a scientific paper. To understand scientific methods and associated issues (statistics, ethics etc). To be able to review and criticise the scienntific literature in an area. To be able to verbally present a critical review of a particular area in a concise organised form..

Content:

Basic research methods
Scientific method
Ethics
Statistics and hypothesis testing
The structure of a scientific paper
Presentation issues
Literature review
Write and present a literature review associated with the summer project

Method of Instruction:

Lectures with associated practical classes. 5 personal meetings with project supervisors.

Assessment:

The course has the following assessment components:

  • Coursework Section (4 pieces, 100%)

To pass this course, students must:

  • Pass the Coursework (50% or more)

Resources:

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