MT5095 Dissertation for MSc Mathematical Biology

Academic year

2024 to 2025 Full Year

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

60

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 11

The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.

Availability restrictions

This module is only available for students on the MSc Mathematical Biology

Planned timetable

To be arranged

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module coordinator

Dr A Naughton

Dr A Naughton
This information is given as indicative. Staff involved in a module may change at short notice depending on availability and circumstances.

Module Staff

Team Taught

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Module description

This module is an individual dissertation where Mathematical Biology students are supervised by a member of the teaching staff who will advise on the choice of subject and provide guidance throughout the progress of the dissertation. The submission consists of a written report (not exceeding 15,000 words) alongside an oral presentation.

Assessment pattern

Written report = 80%, Oral Presentation = 20%

Re-assessment

N/A

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

Project meetings with supervisor, by arrangement

Scheduled learning hours

16

The number of compulsory student:staff contact hours over the period of the module.

Guided independent study hours

576

The number of hours that students are expected to invest in independent study over the period of the module.

Intended learning outcomes

  • Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of an advanced area of mathematical biology
  • Identify and apply appropriate mathematical tools for differing biological applications
  • Construct and evaluate logical arguments relating to models of biological systems
  • To present mathematical analysis and biological conclusions in the area of study in an appropriate manner, both in written and oral form
  • Demonstrate competence in independent learning and time management