APS11009 Skills in Biology

Aims/Description: The Skills for Biology module introduces students to the fundamentals of scientific practice: lab practical skills, experimental design, information technology, data visualisation and analysis, writing and presentation skills, skills reflection, professionalism and career development.

Restrictions on availability: Restricted to APS students on APSU Programmes

Staff Contact: HENTLEY WILLIAM T

Teaching Methods: Lectures, Seminars, Tutorials, Problem solving, Laboratory work, Fieldwork, Independent Study

Assessment: Course work

Information on the department responsible for this unit (Animal and Plant Sciences):

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Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2021-22. Students will be informed by the academic department of any changes made necessary by the ongoing pandemic.