Overview
Preparation of a thesis proposal/preliminary thesis research. Normally taken by students in the papers year for a Master’s degree by papers and thesis.
This 40-point paper is designed to introduce two-year MSc students to laboratory research. The results are presented in a brief written report and an oral presentation at the end of the first year. A passing mark in BIOC 495 at a B+ grade or better is required to advance to the thesis-only year of the two-year MSc degree programme.
About this paper
| Paper title | Master's Thesis Preparation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Biochemistry |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 points |
| Teaching period | Full Year (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $3,822.28 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- MSc
- 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, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Students who successfully complete the paper will develop proficiency in research design in preparation for the subsequent thesis-only research year.
Overview
Preparation of a thesis proposal/preliminary thesis research. Normally taken by students in the papers year for a Master’s degree by papers and thesis.
This 40-point paper is designed to introduce two-year MSc students to laboratory research. It 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. A final grade in BIOC 495 of a B+ or better is required to advance to the thesis-only year of the two-year MSc degree programme.
About this paper
| Paper title | Master's Thesis Preparation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Biochemistry |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 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
- MSc
- 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, Ethics, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Students who successfully complete the paper will develop proficiency in research design in preparation for the subsequent thesis-only research year.