Chemistry MA, Theory and Experimental Design, 15 credits

Aim

The course is part of the programme Master by Research in Chemistry, 120 credits, in which the student plans and carries out a major research project. The aim of the course is for the student to develop theories and, where appropriate, experiments for the project.

Course objectives

Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:

• identify and compile scientific literature for the chosen area;
• analyse and evaluate different theories and/or experimental methods for the research project;
• present the scientific background, and motivate and argue for the choice of theory or experiment, taking into account scientific as well as potential societal and ethical aspects, both in writing and orally; and
• identify the need for further knowledge acquisition.

Content

During the course, the student should summarize the scientific background of the project and choose relevant methods and present these orally and in writing.

Entry requirements

Chemistry MA, Problem Formulation and Planning of Degree Project, 7.5 credits.

Selection rules and procedures

The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.

Teaching form

Individual supervision.

Examination form

M101: Oral presentation , 2 Credits
Grade scale: Two-grade scale

R101: Written report, 13 Credits
Grade scale: Seven-grade scale, A-F o Fx
Includes a first written version of the “Introduction” and “Methods” sections for the individual research project.

Link to grading criteria: https://www.miun.se/gradingcriteria.

The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special support by Mid Sweden University’s disabilities adviser.

Grading system

Seven-grade scale, A-F o Fx