ENVR08037 2020 Project 1

Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific research process

Source primary literature on an assigned topic in environmental science

Demonstrate the ability to assess and critically evaluate various literature sources and conduct a literature review in the area of the research topic

Differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

Prepare the objectives of the study and formulate an appropriate methodology

Develop a coherent research proposal for the project

Demonstrate awareness of data analysis approaches which are applicable to the project

Manage a personal learning process, demonstrate monitoring and revision procedures throughout the development of the project and recognise the information and resource requirements of the study

This module is 100% continuous assessment.

The final grade will be awarded from the following elements: 

1. Weekly reports/meetings with supervisor, overall application and initiative.

2. Project oral/poster presentations. This will facilitate development of the student's ability to communicate scientific or technical information.

3. Project Literature Review

4. Written Project Proposal

Demonstrate an understanding of the scientific research process

Formulating research questions/ hypothesis, research ethics and plagiarism, the peer review process

Source primary literature on an assigned topic in environmental science.

Application of databases such as Web of Science and Science Direct
Introduction to other relevant primary sources of literature

Differentiate between qualitative and quantitative research methodologies

Both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies will be introduced

Demonstrate the ability to assess and critically evaluate various literature sources and conduct a literature review in the area of the research topic

Research report writing
Research proposals

Prepare the objectives of the study and formulate an appropriate methodology

Sampling schemes and experimental design

Develop a coherent research proposal for the project

Students will communicate the research proposal by Oral/Poster Presentation 
Effective research communication

Demonstrate awareness of data analysis approaches which are applicable to the project

Applicable data analysis methods will be introduced

Manage a personal learning process, demonstrate monitoring and revision procedures throughout the development of the project and recognise the information and resource requirements of the study

Design a project plan indicating tasks and milestones and present as a Gantt chart for the study
Students will maintain a weekly report with details of work completed and future plans on same