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 Biochemistry Honours programme but may also be taken as part of a Postgraduate Diploma in Science with approval from the Biochemistry Head of Department or their nominee. Completion of a BIOC 490 research project is required for direct entry into the PhD degree programme.
About this paper
| Paper title | Dissertation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Biochemistry |
| EFTS | 0.5 |
| Points | 60 points |
| Teaching period | Full Year (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $4,227.00 |
| 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
- biochem400.admin@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Scholarship, Communication, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will demonstrate:
- Effective analysis and communication of scientific results
- Laboratory research expertise
Timetable
Overview
A supervised project involving original research and leading to the production of a dissertation.
This 60-point 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 Biochemistry Honours programme. Completion of a BIOC 490 research project is required for direct entry into the PhD degree programme.
About this paper
| Paper title | Dissertation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Biochemistry |
| EFTS | 0.5 |
| Points | 60 points |
| Teaching period | Full Year (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2024 have not yet been set |
| 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
- biochem400.admin@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Scholarship, Communication, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will demonstrate:
- Effective analysis and communication of scientific results
- Laboratory research expertise