Thesis Research Design

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This course is for students in the Masters Program in Microbiology who have chosen the thesis track for completion of their degree. The thesis track involves writing a review style paper on a topic of the student’s choice. It does not involve bench research. This course will guide students through the writing process in relation to the field of biomedical science. Topics to be covered include: Defining the scope of the thesis Structuring an outline Collecting, interpreting and critically analyzing literature Scientific writing skills Reference management Document formatting Throughout the semester, students will be required to develop their own thesis research topics, review relevant research and scholarship, and complete their thesis outline with guidance from departmental faculty.