Course Details
Country:
United Kingdom
Institution:
University of Surrey
Course Title:
Current Topics in Biosciences
Course Number:
BMS1029
Course Description:
In this module students have the opportunity to explore the cutting-edge of science by engaging with the most newsworthy and contemporary biosciences topics.
The students are guided through the development of key employability skills such as literature querying, critical reading and referencing, towards the discovery of a range of highly of high profile topic for their own research (e.g. antimicrobial resistance; decline in bee populations; obesity and diabetes; stem cell research). Working in groups students choose a topic which constitute the focus of their assessment, and learn to leverage on team work and personal resilience. Through the production of a group presentation and an individual summary, students develop important competences in the science communication field which strengthen their employability and academic proficiency.
Language:
English
Approved Equivalent:
Pending For Approval
Attachment Files:
CURRENT TOPICS IN BIOSCIENCES - 2024_5 - University of Surrey.pdf
