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.
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 (MICR 495) or immunology (IMMU 495). 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 | Master's Thesis Preparation |
|---|---|
| Subject | Microbiology |
| EFTS | 0.3333 |
| Points | 40 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Full Year
(On campus)
1st Non standard period (14 July 2025 - 17 June 2026) (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $3,605.97 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Limited to
- MSc
- Eligibility
Students must have achieved a B+ average (average GPA = 6.0 or above) over the four best MICR 300-level papers.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on the Department of Microbiology & Immunology's website
- Teaching staff
Convenor: Professor Alexander McLellan
Other Lecturers: Microbiology and Immunology academic staff- Paper Structure
MICR 495 is the research project component for the first-year part of a two-year MSc.
- 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 495 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, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation, Teamwork.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the paper, students will:
- Be able to demonstrate an advanced knowledge of research-based microbiology and immunology as a stepping stone to the final year of your MSc
- 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
- End of year progress report (90%)
- End of year project talk (10%)