This module will prepare students to undertake their MSc research project. Students will be taught with introductory lectures to support assessments and how best to develop skills and guided on improving their practical skills (lab-based and non-lab) by discussion with their supervisors based on the skills gap. Students will work in collaboration with their research project supervisor to devise a plan of work aimed at developing the knowledge and skills that will be required for the MSc research project. Students are expected to work independently, guided by approximately weekly meetings with their supervisor. Students will create a research development needs report and will determine how to address gaps in practical skills while reflecting on how and where new skills have been obtained. Students will also write a literature review on a topic closely related to their planned research project and record a video summary to explain the research objectives and the topic’s significance to a lay audience. Student learning will be supported by regular meetings with the supervisor who will guide their completion of the developmental needs report. By the end of this module, students will be prepared to carry out their MSc research project.