LIFESCI 3RP3 - Life Sciences Research Practicum

3 unit(s)

This placement course provides students in the Life Sciences programs an opportunity to explore potential research projects while volunteering in the laboratory or clinic of a faculty member at McMaster University. The student will complete a research proposal in addition to the placement.
Students are responsible for arranging a suitable placement and supervision, and are required to submit an application to the Life Sciences Program Office 30 days prior to the date classes begin in each Term (see the Sessional Dates section of this Calendar.) More information and the application form can be found on the School of Interdisciplinary Science (SIS) website.
Normally students will spend 60 hours in the laboratory or clinic during the placement; one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in Level III or above of a Life Sciences program; and permission of the research supervisor and the Director of the School of Interdisciplinary Science (SIS) (or delegate)
Prerequisite(s) (EFFECTIVE 2018-2019): LIFESCI 2AA3 or registration in an Honours Life Sciences Specialization; and registration in Level III or above of a Life Sciences program; and permission of the academic supervisor and the Director of the School of Interdisciplinary Science (SIS) (or delegate)
Not open to students with credit or registration in any department- or program-based applied placement, independent study, internship or practicum course within the University.