MEDN62600 15 Full year Postgraduate Taught Level 6 Jamie Honeychurch Unit coordinator School of Medical Sciences 1 FHEQ level (Framework for Higher Education Qualifications) ' Masters/Integrated Masters P4 ' European Credit Transfer & Accumulation System Rating : 7.5 <p>The unit is an interactive learning course which provides students with an introduction to skills and knowledge to critically appraise, knowledgeably interpret and present research. The tutorials will be run by clinical and non-clinical staff and will include a range of teaching styles including taught seminars, workshops, critiques of research papers and discussion groups. Students will be assessed both on their participation in tutorials and on written assignments (mark determined by tutor assessment).&nbsp;</p> <p>The unit is an interactive learning course which provides students with an introduction to skills and knowledge to critically appraise, knowledgeably interpret and present research. The tutorials will be run by clinical and non-clinical staff and will include a range of teaching styles including taught seminars, workshops, critiques of research papers and discussion groups. Students will be assessed both on their participation in tutorials and on written assignments (mark determined by tutor assessment).&nbsp;</p> <p>The unit aims to:</p><ul><li>Train students in appreciating current issues and controversies in Biomedical and Human Sciences in terms of data assimilation; critical analysis and debate; the principles of different experimental techniques; appreciating non-laboratory approaches to research; academic writing; oral presentation of research data; transfer of knowledge to others; interpersonal skills; time management; organizational skills; self and peer-assessment.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</li><li>Provide students with life-long critical appraisal skills that they will be able to apply to any research evidence that comes before them in the future.<br>&nbsp;</li></ul> 0 Other 100% <p>Other: A total of 3 summative assessments (weighting 33.3% each) which may include a combination of written and oral assessments.</p><p>Written assignments (may include poster presentation)<br>Participation in group discussion<br>Individual/group oral presentations (can include oral presentation of poster) with tutor</p> <p>Formative assessment and feedback will be offered via discussion board activities and timetabled webinars. Summative assessment and feedback will be provided in line with the University regulations.</p> N Tutorials 8 0 142