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Master's Dissertation
Code: 42892Credits: 9
| Degree programme | Type | Course |
|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Biomedicine | TFE | 1 |
Contact lecturer
- Name :
- Jaume Farrés Vicén
- Email :
- jaume.farres@uab.cat
Teaching staff
- Francisco Blanco Vaca
Group languages
You can consult this information at the end of the document.
Prerequisites
Graduates in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Genetics, Microbiology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy or Medicine.
English proficiency is required to read and understand scientific papers that will serve as basis for the preparation of the final project.
Objectives
The main objective of the Final Master is to learn firsthand the scientific method. Thus, the students should participate in the design, implementation and presentation of theresults of a research project or work placement.
The Master Thesis involves the preparation of a report, and the public defense of the research work that had previously been developed. The main objective is that the student can integrate the set of skills and competences acquired in the master's degree. In order to get maximum performance, the R & D project will be developed as an extension of the practices carried out in the professional and research module of the corresponding specialty.
. The main objective is for the student to integrate a set of skills and competencies acquired during the program.
In the Master Thesis the students must demonstrate:
a) They have acquired the skills trained in the master
b) Their reflective and critical capacity
c) Its ability to raise a research problem, design a project to find answers, to critically analyze the results and conclusions based and proven.
d) Ability to present and defend the results.
Learning outcomes
- CA29 (Design experiments in an academic or professional setting, applying the theoretical knowledge and skills of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine.) Design experiments in an academic or professional setting, applying the theoretical knowledge and skills of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine.
- CA30 (Integrate theoretical knowledge in biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine with experimental results in a real-world laboratory or company.) Integrate theoretical knowledge in biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine with experimental results in a real-world laboratory or company.
- CA31 (Autonomously conduct activities and projects in the fields of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine.) Autonomously conduct activities and projects in the fields of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine.
- CA32 (Innovatively develop the methods, processes and management of biomedical problems in response to specific needs or demands.) Innovatively develop the methods, processes and management of biomedical problems in response to specific needs or demands.
- KA39 (Identify the techniques and tools necessary for the integration of natural, social, technological and economic aspects of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine in specific projects.) Identify the techniques and tools necessary for the integration of natural, social, technological and economic aspects of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine in specific projects.
- KA40 (Recognise innovative methods and procedures for managing biomedical problems in response to specific needs or demands.) Recognise innovative methods and procedures for managing biomedical problems in response to specific needs or demands.
- SA39 (Apply knowledge of the molecular mechanisms of the normal physiological processes that operate in living organisms within the framework of an R+D+i project.) Apply knowledge of the molecular mechanisms of the normal physiological processes that operate in living organisms within the framework of an R+D+i project.
- SA40 (Extract relevant information from reports, plans, projects, programmes and articles on environmental issues within the fields of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine.) Extract relevant information from reports, plans, projects, programmes and articles on environmental issues within the fields of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine.
- SA41 (Communicate information in the field of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine in a clear, explanatory and concise manner to an expert audience.) Communicate information in the field of biochemistry, molecular biology and biomedicine in a clear, explanatory and concise manner to an expert audience.
Contents
A R+D project will be developed. In order to make the most of this performance, this activity will be carried out as an extension of the practices developed in the mandatory practical module of the corresponding specialty.
The written report of the Master Thesis will have the following characteristics:
- Structure: While accepting different types of Master report according to the conducted research, we believe that their content should have the following chapters:
- Title and signatures of the student and tutor(s)
- Summary (maximum 300 words)
- List of Abbreviations
- Introduction
- Objectives
- Material and Methods
- Results
- Discussion
- Conclusions
- Bibliography
2. Extension: The report can not exceed 15,000 words, including all sections, also the bibliography. The number of tables and figures is not predetermined but it is recommended that the total length of the report (text + tables + figures) does not exceed, once printed, up to 30 pages. The type and font size should favor the readability of the document, Arial or Times New Roman of 11.5 or 12 points may be a suitable type and size.
3. Language: You can defend it in Catalan, Spanish or English.
The defense of the Master Thesis should consist of a brief presentation (between 15 and 20 minutes) to an Evaluation Committee, formed by three doctors fromthe Master’s. The members of the Evaluation Committee may ask questions and discuss issues with students both from the oral defense, as well as from the written report. This oral defense will be public, and other Master’s teaching staff in the room may also ask additional questions realted to the students’ work.
The Master’s Thesis can be presented in Catalan, Spanish or English.
Learning activities and methodology
| Title | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Development of a R & D project in a research laboratory | 200 | 8 | CA29, CA30, CA31, CA32, KA39, KA40, SA39, SA40, SA41 |
| Writing and dissertation of Master's Thesis | 24 | 0.96 | CA29, CA30, CA31, CA32, KA39, KA40, SA39, SA40, SA41 |
In order to make the most of the research project, this activity will be carried out as an extension of the practices developed in mandatory practical module of the corresponding specialty.
Assessment
Continuous assessment activities
| Title | Weight | Hours | ECTS | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oral Presentation of Masther Tesis | 50% | 1 | 0.04 | CA29, CA30, CA31, CA32, KA39, KA40, SA39, SA40, SA41 |
| Document Master Thesis | 50% | 0 | 0 | CA29, CA30, CA31, CA32, KA39, KA40, SA39, SA40, SA41 |
The evaluation committee will evaluate the master thesis according to the final report and the oral defense. Each mark will count 50% of the total.
For both specialties, students may choose to perform the oral defense of the presentations during the first half of July or the first of September.
To be evaluated, the student must deliver the final report to the Coordinator of the corresponding specialty, before the established deadline. In addition, the student will have to make the oral presentation. If any of these requirements is not fulfilled, then the final grade will be \"No avaluable\".
In this course, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies is permitted as an integral part of developing the assignment, provided that the final result reflects a significant contribution from the student in analysis and personal reflection. The student must clearly identify which parts were generated using this technology, specify the tools used, and include a critical reflection on how they influenced the process and the final result of the activity. Failure to be transparent about the use of AI will be considered academic dishonesty and may result in a penalty on the activity grade, or more serious sanctions in cases of misconduct.
Any irregularity committed during an assessment activity (academic misconduct, plagiarism, or improper use of AI, unless such use is expressly authorized in the course syllabus) that may lead to a significant alteration of the grade will result in that activity being graded as 0. If the course syllabus stipulates that obtaining a minimum mark in this assessment is an essential requirement to pass the course, or if multiple irregularities occur in the assessment activities of the same course, the final grade for the course will be 0. Furthermore, disciplinary proceedings may be initiated against any student who incurs any of these irregularities.
Bibliography
The bibliography will be specific for each project.
Software
Software will be specific of the topic chosen.
Course groups and languages
The information provided is provisional until November 30. After this date, you will be able to consult the language of each group through this link. To access the information, you will need to enter the course CODE
| Type of teaching | Group | Language | Semester | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (TFMm) Treball de fi de màster | 1 | English | annual | morning-mixed |