| Unit name | Dissertation |
|---|---|
| Unit code | VETS30019 |
| Credit points | 40 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Hezzell |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
All 1st, 2nd and 3rd year units |
| Co-requisites |
All other 4th year units |
| School/department | Bristol Veterinary School |
| Faculty | Faculty of Health Sciences |
An individual in-depth exploration of one aspect of Veterinary Nursing or Bioveterinary Science, involving the planning and execution of a piece of original research. Each student completes an individual piece of research under the supervision of one or more members of academic staff.
At the end of this unit students will be able to:
1. Select an appropriate research topic with guidance
2. Demonstrate extended knowledge and understanding of the specific area
3. Critically evaluate published research in related areas
4. Generate and test hypotheses using an appropriate experimental, observational or critical review approach.
5. Analyse data and produce an overall synthesis and evaluation of the project work
6. Demonstrate suitable oral and written communication skills including appropriate referencing.
Online synchronous and asynchronous teaching and learning
Small group working
Use of Virtual learning environment (Blackboard)
Students must pass the following assessments:
Dissertation (70% weighting)
Dissertation presentation (10% weighting)
Students will also be assessed on their overall performance during the dissertation (20% weighting)
All units must be passed in order to pass this year of study. There will be an opportunity to resit Dissertation and Dissertation presentation if required to do so.
Specific to individual projects: supervisors will provide guidance.
