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    Overview

    A supervised project involving original research and leading to the production of a dissertation.

    This paper takes the form of an original laboratory-based research project under the supervision of an academic staff member that is conducted over two semesters. A final thesis is written at the end of the year. This paper is an essential component of the Genetics Honours programme, but may also be taken as part of a Postgraduate Diploma in Science with approval from the Director of the Genetics Teaching Programme or their nominee. Completion of a GENE 490 research project is required for direct entry into the PhD degree programme.

    About this paper

    Paper title Dissertation
    Subject Genetics
    EFTS 0.5
    Points 60 points
    Teaching period(s) Full Year (On campus)
    1st Non standard period (15 July 2024 - 18 June 2025) (On campus)
    Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $4,345.50
    International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
    Limited to
    BAppSc(Hons), BSc(Hons), PGDipSci
    Eligibility
    Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission. View more information about departmental permission.
    Contact

    genetics@otago.ac.nz

    Teaching staff
    Students carry out GENE 490 under supervision of any member of the Genetics research and teaching staff.
    Textbooks

    Textbooks are not required for this paper.

    Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete this paper will

    • Develop laboratory research expertise
    • Demonstrate effective analysis and communication of scientific results

    Timetable

    Full Year

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard

    1st Non standard period (15 July 2024 - 18 June 2025)

    Location
    Dunedin
    Teaching method
    This paper is taught On Campus
    Learning management system
    Blackboard
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