Course Learning Outcomes
1. Demonstrate an understanding of basic research
methodologies used in biotechnology research.
2. Demonstrate an expert knowledge and insightful understanding of their
chosen field of research.
3. Develop an ability to evaluate research articles and research
proposals, including critical analysis and interpretation of data, arguments
and conclusions presented in the scientific literature.
4. Demonstrate an appreciation of the current gaps in our understanding
and the future areas for investigation in a particular area of research.
5. Develop a capacity to identify and evaluate a problem and define the
important elements required for its solution while appreciating the risks and
benefits of alternate approaches.
6. Develop an ability to effectively plan a research proposal in the field of
biomedical research.
7. Demonstrate mastery of the basic techniques required for the study of a
research question.
8. Develop a rigorous and methodical approach to the maintenance of records and
the collection, storage, and analysis of data.
9. Demonstrate an awareness of ethical issues associated with their chosen
field of research.
10. Develop and demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate written and
oral presentations to a scientific audience.
11. Critically analyse and interpret data, arguments and conclusions presented
in the scientific literature.