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MICR462 Microbiology and Immunology Research

This paper facilitates self-directed learning of key research-related skills, including oral communication of research goals and data, review of the scientific literature and critical analysis of research publications.

Paper title Microbiology and Immunology Research
Paper code MICR462
Subject Microbiology
EFTS 0.1667
Points 20 points
Teaching period(s) Full Year (On campus)
1st Non standard period (10 July 2023 - 19 June 2024) (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) $1,409.28
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Limited to
PGDipSci, MSc
Notes
Students who are interested in this paper but are not majoring in Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry or Molecular Biotechnology are invited to discuss course content with the department.
Eligibility

Appropriate for MSc and PGDipSci students majoring in Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry or Molecular Biotechnology.

Contact

Dr Mihnea Bostina

Teaching staff

Convernor: Dr Mihnea Bostina

Other Lecturers: Other Microbiology and Immunology Academic Staff

Paper Structure

This paper is based entirely on self-directed learning and lacks lectures or tutorials. Students prepare oral presentations and a literature review based on their research project in MICR 480 or MICR 495. Students also sit a 3-hour 'interpretive' exam in which they read a research publication in the area of bacteriology, virology or immunology. They then write titles and abstracts and answer questions related to this publication.

Assessment:

  • Two short (15-minute) talks on the rationale for your research project and progress made on your project: 20%
  • Research-project-related essay (critical review of relevant literature): 40%
  • Interpretive exam: 30%
  • Laboratory notebook (pass/fail): 10%
Teaching Arrangements
There are no tutorials or lectures.
Learning is entirely self-directed.
Textbooks

Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Course readings are reviews and original papers from the literature.

Course outline

View course outline for MICR 462

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Communication, Critical thinking, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes
  • Be able to effectively communicate your research project goals and achievements in an oral and visual format
  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge and critical thinking in your research area
  • Understand how to comprehensively review the scientific literature and cite references properly
  • Develop the ability to critically analyse and interpret data in primary research publications

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Timetable

Full Year

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

1st Non standard period (10 July 2023 - 19 June 2024)

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