In BMSC 307 students carry out in-depth research into topics of particular interest to members of our department. The course starts with a discussion of the particular advantages and responsibilities of carrying out research in Aotearoa New Zealand. Next, in small groups, students are introduced to the research topic and given appropriate training and resources to independently explore the relevant literature. Students are expected to read and summarise articles prior to their next scheduled meetings and may be asked to present their summaries to the class and to participate in interactive group discussions. Within the sessions the 'next steps' in the research will be explored, including discussion of particular relevant methodologies and the importance of the research to Māori. Assessment is via writing of annotated bibliographies, essays and a final assignment.
About this paper
| Paper title | Selected Topics in Neurobiology |
|---|---|
| Subject | Biomedical Sciences |
| EFTS | 0.1500 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,318.20 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- One of (ANAT 242, NEUR 201, 202)
- Schedule C
- Science
- Notes
- Normally for neuroscience students only; may be taken by other students, in exceptional circumstances, with approval from the Head of Department of Anatomy.
- Eligibility
This paper is normally for students enrolled in BSc (Neuroscience) and BASc (Neuroscience) degrees, but may be taken by others in exceptional circumstances, with approval by the Head of Department.
- Contact
Anatomy Office
Room 231, 2nd Floor
Lindo Ferguson Building (LFB)
Tel 479 7362
bmsc307.admin@otago.ac.nz- More information link
- Teaching staff
Teaching staff to be confirmed. Please contact the Department of Anatomy for more information.
- Paper Structure
Themes will differ for each offering, depending on the teaching staff and their research interests. Some recent themes are:
- Adaptation to the TIDA neuronal system in the maternal brain
- The impact of maternal immune activation on offspring
- Windows into the brain: Blood biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease
- Textbooks
Textbook to be confirmed.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Self-motivation, Teamwork. View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
- Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will have:
- In-depth knowledge of selected areas of research interest
- Critical analysis of literature
- Enhanced knowledge of experimental procedures relevant to the research topic
- Experience in compiling information and formatting a research essay