510-492 Advanced Study Units

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Subject Description

The main objective of this subject is to give students the opportunity and motivation to study an appropriate topic in depth, to develop the ability to interact with colleagues and research or professional staff, and to appreciate the importance of critical thinking and the application of scientific knowledge in the analysis of a problem. The content will consist of an in depth study, emphasising independent but guided study in small groups, and involve collection of information from scientific literature, laboratory or community situations, presentation of written and/or verbal reports in seminars. This program should bring students into close contact with research and professional staff, and will be based primarily in clinical departments.

Assessment

Written reports, assignments or essays (2000-3000 words for literature review units and 1000-1500 words for other units as appropriate) and/or verbal presentations and seminar participation. Assessment is on a pass/fail basis. All students must pass one unit by the end of fourth year; a student who does not meet this requirement may be considered for unsatisfactory progress and may be required to complete the requirement before proceeding to fifth year.