The course provides a basic grounding in scientific methods in the science of biology ranging from hypothesis forming, data collection and statistical data analyses to presenting scientific results.
Prerequisites
Admission to the course follows the admission requirement in the bachelor program in biology.
Recommendation prior knowledge
MA116F Mathematics and statistics for biologists or similar.
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course:
Knowledge
The candidate should:
- Have basic knowledge of key theory and methods for scientific investigation
- Have knowledge of basic data analysis
- Understand the ethical challenges involved in scientific investigations
Skills
The candidate should:
- Be able to locate, assess and refer to scientific information from a specter of sources and make reasoned choices
- Be able to reflect on their academic performance and adjust this under supervision
General competence
The candidate should:
- Show understanding of key areas of scientific research
- Be able to convey biological knowledge as theories, research questions, research results both orally and in writing
Files/Documents
ISCED Categories
Biology
Statistics