Chemistry Undergraduate Summer Research Project

About

In this six-week course you will work with University academics to complete an independent research project in Chemistry. Guided by your supervisor, you will be lab-based, carrying out experiments and conducting tests to support your research. You will learn new practical skills and techniques, and gain experience of analysing data. You will also attend weekly research seminars, developing your research skills and knowledge, and immersing yourself in the International Summer School research community

Course aim

To provide an opportunity to undertake a research project and present the results both in the form of a research article and as an oral presentation.

By the end of this course you will be able to:

- Prepare a preliminary list of goals to be achieved during the project in collaboration with your project supervisor.
Demonstrate an understanding of the literature related to the research project.
Demonstrate research skills appropriate to the area of specialisation.
Deliver a short talk, giving the background to the project and summarising its key outcomes.
Write a cogent, clear and concise written report summarising their findings and/or the state of research in your chosen field

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