John Curtin School of Medical Research · ANU College of Science and Medicine
This course allows guided research on a neuroscience topic for individuals who wish to gain research skills and experience not covered in other courses taught in the School. The research project is guided by a an academic supervisor at ANU or in collaboration with an affiliated institute. Students identify a supervisor after discussion with the course convener. This is a capstone course, usually completed in the final semester of a coursework masters program
A written report of the research project
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
A research lab book
Learning outcomes 3, 4
A research seminar
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 5
The expected workload will be negotiated with the supervisor. As a guide, it will consist of approximately 130 hours per 6 units of enrolment throughout the semester including: - The project is expected to involve 80 hours of lab or project work per 6 units or enrolment throughout the semester. - Approximately 50 hours of individual work per 6 units, which will include preparation individual work, including preparation of report, presentations and other assessment tasks Students are expected to actively participate and contribute towards discussions and lab meetings. Other Information Agreement from a research lab supervisor must be obtained before requesting permission to enrol in this course.
There are no specific reading materials required