Rotation I

Year
1
Academic year
2019-2020
Code
02034296
Subject Area
Biology
Language of Instruction
Portuguese
Other Languages of Instruction
English
Mode of Delivery
Face-to-face
Duration
SEMESTRIAL
ECTS Credits
6.0
Type
Elective
Level
2nd Cycle Studies - Mestrado

Recommended Prerequisites

Previous basic knowledge in Biological Sciences.

Teaching Methods

Tutorial teaching: the student is guided throughout by a supervisor and team members.

Learning Outcomes

The objectives of the course are:

a) immersing the student for an extended period in a professional reality that uses integrated concepts biology for advanced scientific research, services or scientific education

b) expose students to different types of methodologies, types of projects and work environments

c) help in choosing a project to carry out the 2nd year of the Masters

d) exercise oral and written communication skills

e) develop teamwork concepts in a professional environment

Work Placement(s)

No

Syllabus

A 4 weeks full time internship involving technical work or research taking place in

a) research centers

b) clinical or analytical laboratories

c) biotech or pharmaceutical companies

d) science communication centers

e) science museums

f) natural parks

At the end of the rotation the students present the work performed in a written and / or oral report.

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Written report and/or oral presentation and discussion of the work performed: 100.0%

Bibliography

Protocolos técnicos e artigos científicos | Technical protocols and scientific papers.