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John Curtin School of Medical Research · ANU College of Science and Medicine
Students will be expected to research the scientific literature relevant to a given topic and construct a research proposal in the style of a funding application to a major funding body. The proposal will addresses the background, aims, hypotheses and detailed experimental approach to extend the known information and outline a research project in the defined area of neuroscience. Each student will have a neuroscience academic advisor relevant to their research proposal with whom they will meet regularly. The course will involve self-directed learning and independent research of the literature.
Research Proposal Document
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Reading Record
Learning outcomes 1
Seminar Presentation
Learning outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5
Supervisor Mark
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 6
The expected workload will consist of approximately 130 hours per 6 units of enrolment throughout the semester including: - Meeting with supervisor, up to 1 hour per week. - Approximately 118 hours of individual work per 6 units, which will include preparation of report, presentation and reading record Students are expected to actively participate in meetings and contribute towards discussions. Attendance at host lab research meetings, divisional seminars and journal clubs is also strongly encouraged. Other Information Agreement from a supervisor must be obtained before requesting permission to enrol in this course.
There are no specific reading materials required