Special topics involving literature research, essay writing and data analysis.
This paper is designed to allow students to explore current topics in plant biotechnology in depth through independent study guided by an academic mentor. Students have the opportunity to meet with lecturing staff in the Plant Biotechnology programme to discuss the research being carried out in their laboratories. Assessment is largely internal and emphasises exercises in presenting scientific material.
| Paper title | Research Perspectives in Plant Biotechnology |
|---|---|
| Paper code | PLBI351 |
| Subject | Plant Biotechnology |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Full Year (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) | $1,141.35 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Schedule C
- Science
- Eligibility
This paper is recommended for students intending to do postgraduate studies in the Plant Biotechnology programme. It is also of interest to students studying Biochemistry, Botany, Genetics and Molecular Biotechnology who are particularly interested in applied plant science.
Enrolments for this paper require departmental permission.
View more information about departmental permission.- Contact
- plant.biotechnology@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
- Professor Julian Eaton-Rye
- Textbooks
- Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Examples are drawn from current research literature. - Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication,
Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Environmental literacy, Information
literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the paper, students will be able to:
- Articulate a broad understanding of contemporary plant biotechnology and related scientific fields
- Understand the relationship between hypothesis, experiment and data and know how to apply this to attain knowledge
- Appropriately communicate scientific concepts to both specialist and general audiences
- Evaluate the philosophical and ethical aspects of their activities as a scientist
- Identify and critically evaluate relevant information
