MEIN40320 MSc Precision med Internship

Academic Year 2023/2024

On completion of this module the student will have carried out an independent scientific research project and developed a wide range of skills appropriate towards developing a career in the area of data analytics for precision medicine. The student will learn how to design a coherent strategy to address a research question and how to adapt different techniques to overcome problems commonly encountered during research. In addition, the student will gain experience in analyzing and interpreting data and presenting their results in a clear and competent manner both in written and oral format.

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Learning Outcomes:

1. Generate a central research question relating to a current issue in data analytics for precision medicine
2. Design a coherent and comprehensive strategy to critically evaluate this research question
3. Execute the research strategy in an effective and efficient manner with appropriate analysis and interpretation
4. Reflect on different stakeholder positions and priorities
5. Formulate evidence-based, defensible, and justifiable conclusions regarding the central research question
6. Communicate the research findings in a clear and competent manner

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Specified Learning Activities

200
Placement/Work Experience

400
Total

600
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:

- Internship / Placement Module for completion of Research Project
- On site training as appropriate
- On site supervisor appointed
- Academic Mentor appointed
- Discussion Groups 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Continuous Assessment: Continuous Assessment Throughout the Trimester n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

10
Presentation: Presentation of results from research project Coursework (End of Trimester) n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

20
Assignment: Project report Coursework (End of Trimester) n/a Standard conversion grade scale 40% No

70

Carry forward of passed components
No
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Not yet recorded.

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
 

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