Independent Project for the Degree of Bachelor in Biology, 15 credits

Learning outcomes

Knowledge and comprehension
After having completed the course the student shall

• have increased knowledge of the subject, and
• demonstrate knowledge of for the thesis relevant technologies.

Proficiency and ability
After having completed the course the student shall

• be able to draft and define scientific problems, and search and critical science information,
• be able to plan a science study, and accomplish the plan,
• be able to process and analyze scientific results, and
• have the ability to present the project and its findings orally and in writing in a way that follows the instruction, is linguistically correct, well structured, comprehensible, and with a content that is relevant to the project, logical and scientifically sound and well founded.

Values and attitude
After having completed the course the student shall

• have the ability to orientate about current knowledge/research development and working methods used in the field,
• have a professional approach in their relationships with clients, employees and other groups, and
• have a professional approach to the final product of the project, with particular emphasis on reliability, usability and documentation.

Content

The student performs individual practical experimental or theoretic science project. Including presentation of a problem, searching of relevant literature, planning, designing and performance of a science project. Then the student performs processing, critical analysis and finally presents a written and oral presentation of the work. Topic is chosen together with the supervisor.

Examinations and grades

Examination, 15 credits (Code: A001)
Grades used are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

According to the Higher Education Ordinance, Chapter 6, Section 18, a grade is to be awarded on the completion of a course, unless otherwise prescribed by the university. The university may determine which grading system is to be used. The grade must be determined by a teacher specifically nominated by the university (the examiner).

In accordance with university regulations on grading systems for first and second-cycle courses and study programmes (Vice-Chancellor’s decision ORU 2018/00929), one of the following grades is to be used: fail (U), pass (G) or pass with distinction (VG). For courses included in an international master’s programme (60 or 120 credits) or offered to the university’s incoming exchange students, the A to F grading scale is to be used. The vice-chancellor, or a person appointed by them, may decide on exceptions from this provision for a specific course, if there are special grounds for doing so.

The grades used on this course are Fail (F), Sufficient (E), Satisfactory (D), Good (C), Very Good (B) or Excellent (A).

Modes of assessment

• Examination (code A001): Independent work

New Examination Opportunities
If the student has not received a passing grade on his/her independent project at the end of the course there will be a first opportunity for a new examination within two to five weeks. After that there will be an examination opportunity at the end of each semester. If the errors or deficiencies are considered to be minor, the examiner may, after consultation with the supervisor, decide on supplementary assignments as well as the time frames for these.

For students with a documented disability, the university may approve applications for adapted or other modes of assessment.

For further information, see the university's local examination regulations.

Specific entry requirements

University studies in Biology equivalent to 75 Credits.

For further information, see the university's admission regulations.

Other provisions

The languages of instruction are Swedish and English. The course is given in English if there are exchange students registrated.

Students who have been admitted to and registered on a course have the right to receive tuition and/or supervision for the duration of the time period specified for the particular course to which they were accepted (see, the university's admission regulations (in Swedish)). After that, the right to receive tuition and/or supervision expires.

Reading list and other learning resources

Required Reading

Additions and Comments on the Reading List

Literature will be chosen in consultation with the supervisor.