Formal, hour-long lectures are a key method of teaching in most Schools of Study. They focus on core information about a subject and provide the background for group and individual tuition. Issues covered by a lecture are developed and discussed in seminars by a smaller group of students together with the courseteacher. In a typical seminar, two or three students will give a short introduction to aspects of the topic, followed by group discussion. These presentations, although they can seem daunting at first, are an excellent way to learn how to express and develop your own ideas.
Practical work can take many forms.
Experimental work in our well-equipped teaching labs, testing theories and hypotheses, is essential to all UEA science degrees. You work individually or in teams, and are assessed on your results and written reports. Depending on the subject, practical classes also provide opportunities to develop your skills, using the latest high-performance scientific equipment. You will be given a reading list for each course you take, but will be responsible for planning your own reading and private study. Extensive support and assistance is available to help you make the best use of your time.