LB0138, Project based research training, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: Ansvarig ledamot i PN-LT/ordförande i arbetsgruppen trädgård och jordbruk, 2024-11-15
Valid from : Autumn semester 2025 (2025-09-01)

Level

Second cycle (A1F)

Main field of study

Agricultural Science, Horticultural Science

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 student will gain 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.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to

• be able to apply one, or more, methods used in the relevant research area
• understand the theoretical background of the used methods
• identify a research question, collect or use relevant data, and scientifically analyze and discuss data and methodology
• have insights in the research process and the work of a research group
• be able to relate the research to the UN Sustainability goals

Content

Subject-related content

The course is based on an individual project. Prior to the course, the student is asked to identify the research area or research methods he/she is interested of learning more about. The student then contacts the course leader and a representative of a research group who can supervise the project work. At the beginning of the course, the student and the supervisor identify an individual project 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, the student works more independent with the project. Literature studies in relation to the subject and the chosen methods are included. The student presents the work carried out in a scientific report containing introduction, materials and methods, results, and a discussion that includes the possibilities and limitations of the used methods. The discussion shall also include a short segment explaining how the research project relates to the UN Sustainability goals. In addition, the student presents the results of the project in a seminar for the research group.

Teaching formats

To further student learning and promote discussion, a variety of methods are used:

• Literature studies
• Project work
• Presentation of the project

The course focuses on the following generic competencies:

• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Written and oral communication
• Lab and analysis ability

Obligatory moments:

Course introduction with course leader, safety routines for work in laboratories, greenhouses, Biotron or out in the field, risk analyzes

Collaboration with the surrounding community takes place through:

• Activities and research questions of societal benefit that can contribute to solving relevant societal challenges.
• Visibility of the results and communication to relevant partners in business and society

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

The examination consists of: - Active participation in the work of a research group. - An approved scientific report written in English. - An oral presentation of the results.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Biosystems and Technology

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Agroecology - Master's Programme
• Horticultural Science - Master's Programme

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	15.0	0101

The Course Replaces

LB0066; LB0124

Other Information

The course will broaden the student’s knowledge about research work and associated methods and/or may serve as a pre-study to a Master’s project.