The overall goal of the course is to develop pedagogical theoretical knowledge and practical skills for supervision. The course comprises a theoretical and a practical part. The theoretical part of the course consists of lectures and problem-based learning activities that provide knowledge and understanding of supervision methods. Examples of authentic supervision situations are presented and the roles and responsibilities of the involved parties (supervisor and student) are analyzed and discussed. The practical part of the course aims to apply the supervision strategies covered during the course. The course participant is given the task of formulating a theoretical bachelor's degree project in the field of biotechnology, and also to practically supervise a group of graduate students during the implementation of the project.
FBB3120 Supervision Methodology for Diploma Projects 6.0 credits
Information per course offering
Information for Autumn 2023 Start 28 Aug 2023 programme students
- Course location
KTH Campus
- Duration
- 28 Aug 2023 - 3 Jun 2024
- Periods
Autumn 2023: P1 (1.5 hp), P2 (1.5 hp)
Spring 2024: P3 (1.5 hp), P4 (1.5 hp)
- Pace of study
10%
- Application code
51349
- Form of study
Normal Daytime
- Language of instruction
English
- Course memo
- Course memo is not published
- Number of places
Places are not limited
- Target group
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- Planned modular schedule
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- Schedule
- Schedule is not published
- Part of programme
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Contact
Cristina Al-Khalili Szigyarto, caks@kth.se, tel +46 8 55378317
Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus FBB3120 (Spring 2020–)Content and learning outcomes
Course disposition
Course contents
The course comprises approximately 160 full-time study hours. The overall goal of the course is to develop pedagogical theoretical knowledge and practical skills for supervision. The course comprises a theoretical and a practical part. The theoretical part of the course consists of lectures and problem-based learning activities that provide knowledge and understanding of supervision methods. Examples of authentic supervision situations are presented and the roles and responsibilities of the involved parties (supervisor and student) are analyzed and discussed. The practical part of the course aims to apply the supervision strategies covered during the course. The course participant is given the task of formulating a theoretical bachelor's degree project in the field of biotechnology, and also to practically supervise a group of graduate students during the implementation of the project.
Intended learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the course participant is expected to be able to
- practically apply adequate pedagogical methods as supervisor by taking into account the student's commitment, background and learning strategies
- supervise students individually and in groups using methodology that promotes effective and in-depth learning strategies, as well as to plan and design learning activities for supervision of sustainable projects
- actively reflect on one's own role as supervisor, and maintain a professional working relationship with students based on good communication (meta communication) and constructive feedback
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Eligible for studies at the third-cycle level.**
Recommended prerequisites
Education in the field of biotechnology or related subject areas. The course participant is expected to supervise students who perform a bachelor's degree project in the field of biotechnology or equivalent
Equipment
Literature
Articles published in international journals that are presented during the course.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- PRA1 - Practical training, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Written exam, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Grading criteria are specified in the course memo.
Other requirements for final grade
For the final grade, an approved written home exam is required as well as completed practical supervision of students.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.