Project based research training
This course is intended for students who wants to learn more about agricultural research and research methods. It is based on individual projects in order for you to be able to choose and plan for a project within the field of your interest.
With the support of a supervisor, you will identify a scientific problem to work with for the duration of the course. Your main focus will be on learning a research method, and the project itself can take place in a laboratory, in field or in a greenhouse. Along with your practical work you will also do literature studies in order to learn about the theoretical background of the method used, and to be able to compare it with other research methods within the field. The course will provide you with an insight into the research process and the work of a research group.
Course evaluation
The course evaluation is now closed
LB0066-30118 - Course evaluation report
Once the evaluation is closed, the course coordinator and student representative have 1 month to draft their comments. The comments will be published in the evaluation report.
Additional course evaluations for LB0066
Academic year 2021/2022
Project based research training (LB0066-51000)
2022-06-07 - 2022-08-29
Academic year 2021/2022
Project based research training (LB0066-40046)
2022-03-24 - 2022-06-05
Academic year 2021/2022
Project based research training (LB0066-20053)
2021-11-02 - 2022-01-16
Academic year 2021/2022
Project based research training (LB0066-10123)
2021-08-30 - 2021-11-01
Academic year 2020/2021
Project based research training (LB0066-40058)
2021-03-24 - 2021-06-06
Academic year 2020/2021
Project based research training (LB0066-30146)
2021-01-18 - 2021-03-23
Academic year 2020/2021
Project based research training (LB0066-20079)
2020-11-02 - 2021-01-17
Academic year 2020/2021
Project based research training (LB0066-10155)
2020-08-31 - 2020-11-01
Academic year 2019/2020
Project based research training (LB0066-40006)
2020-03-25 - 2020-06-07
Academic year 2019/2020
Project based research training (LB0066-30007)
2020-01-20 - 2020-03-24
Academic year 2019/2020
Project based research training (LB0066-20007)
2019-11-01 - 2020-01-19
Academic year 2019/2020
Project based research training (LB0066-10011)
2019-09-02 - 2019-10-31
Academic year 2018/2019
Project based research training (LB0066-40007)
2019-03-26 - 2019-06-09
Academic year 2018/2019
Project based research training (LB0066-30007)
2019-01-21 - 2019-03-25
Academic year 2018/2019
Project based research training (LB0066-20008)
2018-11-05 - 2019-01-20
Academic year 2018/2019
Project based research training (LB0066-10019)
2018-09-03 - 2018-11-11
Academic year 2017/2018
Project based research training (LB0066-40101)
2018-03-19 - 2018-06-03
Academic year 2017/2018
Project based research training (LB0066-30129)
2018-01-15 - 2018-03-25
Academic year 2017/2018
Project based research training (LB0066-20100)
2017-10-30 - 2018-01-14
Academic year 2017/2018
Project based research training (LB0066-10131)
2017-08-28 - 2017-11-05
Academic year 2016/2017
Project based research training (LB0066-40046)
2017-03-20 - 2017-06-04
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
LB0066 Project based research training, 15.0 Credits
Project based research trainingSubjects
Horticultural Science Agricultural Science Agricultural science Horticultural scienceEducation cycle
Master’s levelAdvanced study in the main field
Second cycle, has second-cycle course/s as entry requirementsMaster’s level (A1F)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
The equivalent of 30 credits at advanced level in Agricultural Science or Horticultural Science, and English B.Objectives
The student will gain an insight into research by working with a project in close association with a research group. The student will be able to train, in practice, how to apply some of the methods used by the research group in order to solve a specific problem. The student will also study the theory behind the methods in order to understand the limitations and possibilities of them.
On completion of the course, the student will:
be able to apply and use some methods used in agricultural research
understand the theoretical background of some methods used in agricultural research
be able to present results in the form of a scientific paper
have an insight in the research process and the work of a research group
Content
The course is based around an individual project. Prior to the course the student is asked to identify the research area or methods he/she is interested to learning more about. The student then contacts the course leader and a representative of a research group. At the beginning of the course, an individual project is identified by the student and a supervisor and a time plan is written. The student is introduced to laboratory or field site routines including the safety aspects. After a supervised introduction to the methods, more responsibility is given to the student. Literature studies in relation to the project and the chosen methods are included. The project concludes with the student writing a report, which must also be orally presented to the research group.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
The student has actively taken part in the work of a research group. The student writes a final report in English, in the form of a scientific report, including a discussion of the methods used and their limits and possibilities, and gives a seminar on the results in the project.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Transitional provisions
• Exams: At least three retake sessions (renewed exams) will be offered within two years of the decision to discontinue the course. • Compulsory components: At least one opportunity for a retake session will be offered within two years of the decision to discontinue the course.Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
The course will broaden the student’s knowledge about research work and associated methods and/or may serve as a prestudy to a Master’s project.Grading criteria
LB0066 - Project based research training, 15.0 credits
Course assessment criteria
Objectives:
The student will gain an insight into research by working with a project in close association with a research group. The student will be able to train, in practice, how to apply some of the methods used by the research group in order to solve a specific problem. The student will also study the theory behind the methods in order to understand the limitations and possibilities of them.
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Learning outcome |
3: Pass |
4: Pass with Credit |
5: Pass with Distinction |
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The practical use of research methods |
The student is able to apply and use some methods used in agricultural research |
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Theoretical background of research methods |
The student understands the theoretical background of some methods used in agricultural research |
As for grade 3 and; The student is able to discuss advantages, disadvantages and limitation with some methods used in agricultural research |
As for grade 4 and; The student is able to compare advantages for different methods when applied at various research questions |
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Writing a scientific paper |
The student is able to present results in the form of a scientific paper |
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The research process |
The student has an insight in the research process and the work of a research group |
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For grade 3 the student must reach grade 3 for all learning outcomes
For grade 4 the student must reach grade 3 for all learning outcomes plus grade 4 for the learning outcomes where 4 can be reached
For grade 5 the student must reach grade 3 for all learning outcomes plus grade 5 for the learning outcomes where 5 can be reached
Litterature list
- Literature Kommentar: Since this course is based on individual project work there is no common list of literature. The supervisors of the different projects suggests appropriate literature for the students.