610-399 Chemical Research Project

Enrolment in this subject is strongly recommended for all students enrolled in 75 or more points of 300-level chemistry.

Students must be enrolled in at least 50 points of 300-level chemistry, including two of the three core subjects 610-311 or 610-310, 610-321 or 610-320, 610-341 or 610-340. Their enrolment must also include two of the units containing practical work, namely 610-310, 610-315, 610-320, 610-325, 610-340, 610-345.

The subject is designed to introduce students to independent original research; to further develop practical skills; to train the student to use the chemical literature; to train the student in the art of assessing the results obtained; and to develop written and oral communication skills.

At the completion of the subject the student should comprehend the importance of a critical review of work already published in the field; the necessity for careful planning of the research work; and the importance of accurate observation and recording of data.

Students will carry out a short chemical investigation under the direction of a School of Chemistry staff member. Each student will be required to prepare and deliver both a written and an oral report on the investigation.

Written report of no more than ten pages; oral presentation of no more than 15 minutes. The oral presentation will be independently assessed by at least two members of academic staff.