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BL5033 Developing as an animal Behaviour Researcher

Academic year

2026 to 2027 Semester 2

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Key module information

SCOTCAT credits

15

The Scottish Credit Accumulation and Transfer (SCOTCAT) system allows credits gained in Scotland to be transferred between institutions. The number of credits associated with a module gives an indication of the amount of learning effort required by the learner. European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are half the value of SCOTCAT credits.

SCQF level

SCQF level 11

The Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF) provides an indication of the complexity of award qualifications and associated learning and operates on an ascending numeric scale from Levels 1-12 with SCQF Level 10 equating to a Scottish undergraduate Honours degree.

Availability restrictions

Restricted to PGT students within the School of Biology and final year undergraduate students or integrated masters students within the School of Biology.

Planned timetable

tbc

This information is given as indicative. Timetable may change at short notice depending on room availability.

Module coordinator

Prof G D Ruxton

This information is given as indicative. Staff involved in a module may change at short notice depending on availability and circumstances.

Module Staff

Prof G Ruxton

This information is given as indicative. Staff involved in a module may change at short notice depending on availability and circumstances.

Module description

This module is aimed at students on the MSc course in Animal Behaviour, but will also be of interest to final year undergraduates. It aims to offer skills and training for transitioning into being an active researcher in the field of animal behaviour. The module should enhance student skills and experience in three fundamental areas鈥搘riting successful grant applications, understanding the key peer-reviewed scientific journals in this field, and evaluating active scientists as potential PhD supervisors or collaborators. The course will be structured around weekly two-hour discussion sessions鈥搒ome of which will involve presentations by students. Students should also benefit by being exposed to different types of science currently being conducted in their field. Students should develop a richer understanding of issues around scientific integrity and governance, health and safety, and inclusivity, as they are embedded in current research in animal behaviour.

Assessment pattern

Coursework = 100%

Re-assessment

Coursework = 100%

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact

1 x 2-hr tutorial (x11 weeks)

Intended learning outcomes

  • Understand the factors that interact to make a successful grant application
  • Write a more effective grant application
  • Appreciate the diversity of topics and approaches taken by currently active researchers in Animal Behaviour
  • Appreciate the diversity of peer-reviewed journals in Animal Behaviour