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NEUR8700 Neuroscience Research proposal

Offered By John Curtin School of Medical Research
Academic Career Graduate Coursework
Course Subject Neuroscience
Offered in Summer Session, 2011, First Semester, 2011, Autumn Session, 2011, Second Semester, 2011, Spring Session, 2011, Summer Session, 2012, First Semester, 2012, Autumn Session, 2012, Second Semester, 2012, and Spring Session, 2012
Unit Value Range 6 units to 12 units
Course Description Students will be expected to research the scientific literature relevant to a given topic  and construct a research proposal which addresses the background, aims, hypotheses and detailed experimental approach to extend the known information. 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.
Learning Outcomes On satisfying the requirements for this course, students will demonstrate theoretical knowledge of common methodologies used in neuroscience; skills which enable them to interpret, synthesize and critically analyse the published literature; and the ability to apply the knowledge to new problems.
Indicative Assessment A written assignment and oral presentation
Workload Variable contact hours. Expected work-load is a minimum of 10 hrs//week.
Eligibility Science degree  with credit average or better, or MBBS.
Recommended Courses BIOL6102, BIOL6101
Consent Required Permission from course coordinator
Indicative Reading List Journal of Neuroscience Methods, Journal of Neuroscience, Journal of Neurophysiology
Academic Contact Dr Anna Cowan

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