HV0197, Research training and projects including laboratory animal science, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: PN-VH, 2024-04-23
Valid from : Autumn semester 2025 (2025-09-01)

Level

Second cycle (A1F)

Main field of study

Biology, Animal Science

Biology Area

Zoology (animal biology)

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.

Course language

English

Entry Requirements

Objectives

The objectives of the course is to provide in-depth knowledge of applied research methodology and scientific methods, as well as to independently train scientific review and assessment of experimental design. The course includes laws and regulations concerning the use of animals for scientific purposes.

After completing the course, the student should be able to:

• independently plan and design a scientific study in animal science, biology or food science,
• discuss and critically evaluate experimental design and methods for data collection in own and others’ experimental plans,
• orally in English present a scientifically substantiated experimental plan to a defined target group,
• independently plan and lead seminars with a focus on assessment of experimental design and interpretation of data,
• perform practical skills and account for knowledge of practical experimental steps linked to a specific research methodology,
• account for laws and regulations as well as ethical issues regarding the use of animals for scientific purposes,
• explain how the 3Rs (Replace, Reduce and Refine) can be applied when using animals in research and what is meant by a caring culture,
• explain how housing, management and experimental methodology can affect experimental animals and research results.

Content

The course contains elements where the student can practice the skills required to carry out a research project. The student must independently plan and complete an experimental plan that can later be used in an independent work / degree project. In seminars, students will discuss scientific papers based on assessment of experimental design and interpretation of data. The students must also orally present their experimental plans in English to the course participants. The course also provides students with basic knowledge regarding legislation and regulations when using experimental animals. The course includes handling exercises of live animals.

The course includes practical skills training or theoretical in-depth study of skills linked to research elements in the student’s specific projects. Practical skills training can be carried out on your own initiative in a research environment outside SLU.

In addition to the written and oral examination, there are compulsory parts within e.g. seminars, presentations and practical skills training.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written and oral examination. Passed participation in compulsory course modules.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Applied Animal Science and Welfare

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Husdjursvetenskap - masterprogram

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Research methodology	6.5	0102
Project work	7.0	0103
Laboratory Animal Science	1.5	0104

Other Information

The course presupposes that the student can propose its own research project to work on. The student is expected to take personal responsibility in planning and carrying out the practical training in the course.