Course overview
This course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct effective research in agriculture and plant biology. The course will involve designing and undertaking a small independent research project, that addresses an industry-relevant problem within agricultural science and plant biology. Learners will enhance their critical thinking skills as well as develop analytical, field and/or laboratory problem solving skills that are essential for developing innovative solutions required of professionals working in agriculture and plant biology.
- What is research project?
- Defining and planning your research project
- Experimentation to answer a research question
- Communicating scientific findings
Course learning outcomes
- Formulate and justify an industry‑relevant research question in agricultural science and plant biology through critical evaluation and synthesis of information from appropriate scholarly and industry sources.
- Design and conduct experiments using appropriate agricultural science or plant biology methodologies and technologies to systematically collect and record data.
- Analyse and interpret experimental data using appropriate analytical tools to identify and evaluate potential solutions to an industry‑relevant problem.
- Communicate research findings and evidence‑based recommendations effectively to scientific and non‑technical audiences.
Degree list
The following degrees include this course