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18 Jul 2024: Search site. Natural Sciences Tripos. Reading List. Suggested Reading List for Prospective Students. We are often asked to make suggestions for preparatory reading and for introducing new subjects that you might be considering. There is no

18 Jul 2024: Search site. Natural Sciences Tripos. Evolution & Behaviour. Subject Summary. Evolution & Evolution & Behaviour aims to introduce students to the major principles of evolutionary theory. The course ranges from the origins of life, through the

18 Jul 2024: Search site. Natural Sciences Tripos. Course costs. Please note: Every effort has been made to ensure that the course costs given below for courses within the Natural Sciences Tripos were accurate at the time of publication. The University reserves

18 Jul 2024: Search site. Natural Sciences Tripos. How hard should I work? In the first year, you will have a substantial amount of timetabled work. There are twelve hours of lectures each week, four hours of supervisions and probably twelve hours of practical

18 Jul 2024: Introduction to Experimental Psychology: From Brain to Cognition. No previous subject knowledge necessary.

18 Jul 2024: A. Cognitive and Experimental Psychology (Paper 2). B. Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience (Paper 3). ... learnt and exercised techniques of statistical analysis commonly used in experimental psychology and cognitive neuroscience;.

18 Jul 2024: Search site. Natural Sciences Tripos. Earth Sciences. Subject Summary. The course is an introduction to the whole field of Earth and planetary geology. It covers the nature and properties of the Earth, particularly of the mantle and the crust;

18 Jul 2024: the principles that underlie experimental design. Learning outcomes. At the end of the course students should have knowledge and understanding of:. ... Teaching and Learning Methods. These include lectures, practical classes and discussions, computer

18 Jul 2024: demonstrate knowledge of experimental techniques, diagnose and characterise aspects of the immune system and different pathogens.

18 Jul 2024: obtained some experience of independent investigation whether through completion of an experimental project or written dissertation;. ... Students are also expected to present a poster on their experimental project or written dissertation, where students

18 Jul 2024: Search site. Natural Sciences Tripos. Mathematical Biology. Subject Summary. This course provides an introduction to mathematical biology. It involves mathematical, statistical, and computing methods, and is designed to approach these three elements

18 Jul 2024: Practical work involves experimental techniques that illustrate fundamental concepts and which are in current use in cell biology research. ... Aims. This course aims to:. introduce some of the major ideas and current experimental approaches in cell and

18 Jul 2024: The course fits well with several other Part IB subjects including Ecology, Evolution and Conservation, Experimental Psychology, Plant and Microbial Sciences, Earth Sciences, Neurobiology, Physiology and Cell and Developmental Biology. ... but not limit

18 Jul 2024: provide a rigorous basis for experimental and theoretical physics at Part II level. ... developed their understanding of experimental methods;. substantially developed problem-solving skills in physics;.

18 Jul 2024: The course is valuable for those studying other experimental physical science subjects as well as providing the key framework for those intending to specialise in Materials Science in Part II.

18 Jul 2024: develop basic skills in the collecting and analysis of experimental data;. ... have developed problem-solving skills in basic physics;. have developed experimental and data analysis skills through a range of straightforward experiments in the practical

18 Jul 2024: acquired an understanding of the main principles related to the processing, structure and properties of materials and the experimental approaches used to reveal these concepts;. ... learned good experimental practice and be confident in a range of simple

18 Jul 2024: In the first year, you study four courses (three experimental subjects and one mathematics course).

18 Jul 2024: Search site. Natural Sciences Tripos. Employment and Careers. The Careers Service maintains links with relevant employers and takes into account employer needs and opinions in the services which is provided for students. Details of its services can

18 Jul 2024: Search site. Natural Sciences Tripos. Chemistry. Subject Summary. Part III (the fourth year) is intended for those who wish to pursue a career in research; it leads to graduation with an M.Sci. degree. The fourth year will be quite different from