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Pathology Research Project Part 1 (PATH40001)

HonoursPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)

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The Honours program in the Department of Pathology provides an introduction to the challenging area of investigation of disease processes at the cellular and molecular level. This program involves candidates undertaking a full-time research project based in a laboratory within the Department of Microbiology & Immunology or at one of our affiliated institutions. A student undertaking the Pathology Honours Research Project will have an interest in understanding the mechanisms of disease.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this subject students will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the ability to formulate a title, hypothesis and relevant aims for a project.
  • Demonstrate the ability to plan, design and execute scientific experiments.
  • Demonstrate skills in data acquisition and critical analysis of data.
  • Demonstrate skills in reporting of experimental data in a concise and scientific manner through the preparation of a thesis that is consistent with that published in scientific manuscripts.
  • Demonstrate skills in oral communication of results via presentations to a scientific audience.

Generic skills

• Develop an appreciation for working in a laboratory research environment.
• Become an expert in the area relating to the research project.
• Acquire oral communication skills for discussion of research ideas.
• Develop skills in time management and planning.
• Become proficient in a number of technical laboratory skills.

Last updated: 16 August 2024