Overview
A supervised project involving research and leading to the production of a research report.
The ability to carry out original cutting-edge scientific research is essential for students who want to pursue a research career or further study. This paper has a significant research component that will expose you to advanced topics in microbiology and immunology. The research project will be of a high professional standard and will be supervised by academics of international scientific standing. You will attain high-level skills in experimental planning, logistics and data analysis, as well as advanced oral and written presentation skills. This paper offers you the opportunity to develop interpersonal skills in a genuine research environment.
About this paper
| Paper title | Research Project |
|---|---|
| Subject | Microbiology |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Full Year
(On campus)
1st Non standard period (13 July 2026 - 18 June 2027) (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $3,822.28 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- PGDipSci
- Eligibility
MICR 480 may be offered to students whose GPA falls slightly below the B+ average required for entry into MICR 490 or MICR 495 / IMMU 495. Your overall academic performance at undergraduate level is also an important consideration, and entry is at the discretion of the Head of Department. Application is online.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
Convenor: Associate Professor Keith Ireton
Other Lecturers: Microbiology and Immunology academic staff- Paper Structure
MICR 480 is the research project component for PGDipSci.
- Teaching Arrangements
To complete this paper you will undertake a six-month research project within one of the research laboratories in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology.MICR 480 has no formal classes.
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Course readings are reviews and original papers from the literature.- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will:
- Be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research-based microbiology and immunology as a stepping stone to a one-year MSc or employment in biotechnology, industry or health management sectors
- Display advanced knowledge of fundamental and applied microbiology and immunology, with the ability to assimilate complex information on a spectrum of interdisciplinary topics and to use this knowledge for applications in the workplace
- Possess an enhanced ability to communicate ideas about science to a lay and specialised audience
- Assessment details
- Oral presentation 10% (late second semester)
- Thesis 90%
Overview
A supervised project involving research and leading to the production of a research report.
The ability to carry out original cutting-edge scientific research is essential for students who want to pursue a research career or further study. This paper has a significant research component that will expose you to advanced topics in microbiology and immunology. The research project will be of a high professional standard and will be supervised by academics of international scientific standing. You will attain high-level skills in experimental planning, logistics and data analysis, as well as advanced oral and written presentation skills. This paper offers you the opportunity to develop interpersonal skills in a genuine research environment.
About this paper
| Paper title | Research Project |
|---|---|
| Subject | Microbiology |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Full Year
(On campus)
1st Non standard period (12 July 2027 - 2 June 2028) (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
- PGDipSci
- Eligibility
MICR 480 may be offered to students whose GPA falls slightly below the B+ average required for entry into MICR 490 or MICR 495 / IMMU 495. Your overall academic performance at the undergraduate level is also an important consideration, and entry is at the discretion of the Head of Department. The application is online.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
Convener: Professor Bruce Russell
Other Lecturers: Microbiology and Immunology academic staff- Paper Structure
MICR 480 is the research project component for PGDipSci.
- Teaching Arrangements
To complete this paper, you will undertake a six-month research project within one of the research laboratories in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. MICR 480 has no formal classes.
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
Course readings are reviews and original papers from the literature.- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will:
- Be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research-based microbiology and immunology as a stepping stone to a one-year MSc or employment in biotechnology, industry or health management sectors
- Display advanced knowledge of fundamental and applied microbiology and immunology, with the ability to assimilate complex information on a spectrum of interdisciplinary topics and to use this knowledge for applications in the workplace
- Possess an enhanced ability to communicate ideas about science to a lay and specialised audience
- Assessment details
- Oral presentation 10% (late second semester)
- Thesis 90%