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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 ( NZD ) $4,882.50
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
biochem400.admin@otago.ac.nz
Teaching staff

Professor Catherine Day

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

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 that is conducted over two semesters under the supervision of an academic staff member. A final report is written at the end of the year. This paper is an essential component of the Biochemistry Honours 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 2027 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

Professor Catherine Day

Textbooks

Textbooks are not required for this paper.

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Scholarship, Communication, Ethics, 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
  • Experimental research expertise
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