| Module name | Scientific Methodology |
| Module level, if applicable | Bachelor of Veterinary Science |
| Code, if applicable | 221O1122 |
| Semester(s) in which the module is taught | Semester V (K2018) Semester IV (K2023) |
| Person responsible for the module | Dr. drh. Dwi Kesuma Sari, APVet. |
| Lecturers | 1. Dr. drh. Dwi Kesuma Sari, APVet. 2. Dr. drh. Fika Yuliza Purba, M.Sc. 3. Abdul Wahid Jamaluddin, S.Farm., M.Si., Apt. 4. Dr. Sri Gustina, S.Pt., M.Si. 5. drh. Baso Yusuf, M.Sc. |
| Language | Indonesian language |
| Relation to curriculum | Course description: This course covers the foundations of the scientific method in veterinary medicine, including literature searches, research steps, ethics, and software, which support students to develop research proposals. Relation to curriculum: This course integrates critical research skills with veterinary practice, providing students with the necessary tools to engage in evidence-based medicine throughout their remaining semesters and future careers. |
| Type of teaching and contact hours | Face-to-face class activities (2×50 minutes per week) – Lectures – Case-based learning – Collaborative learning |
| Workload | Students are required to complete a minimum of 90.67 hours in one semester, which consist of: 1. Face-to-face class activities (26.67 hours) 2. Structured assignments (32 hours) 3. Independent study (32 hours) |
| Credit points | 2 credit points (equivalent to 3.02 ECTS) |
| Requirements according to the examination regulations | Students must attend a minimum of 80% of classes and submit all assignments before the final exam. |
| Recommended prerequisites | Biostatistics |
| Module objectives or intended learning outcomes | After completing this course, students should be able to (1) explain the scope and role of scientific methods in veterinary medicine; and (2) develop a research proposal in the field of veterinary medicine |
| Contents | 1. Literature searching 2. Science, scientific methods, and research 3. Research steps 4. Research ethics in veterinary medicine 5. Software tools for researchers 6. Research application in veterinary medicine |
| Forms of assessment | 1. Class participation 2. Assignments and projects 3. Oral presentation |
| Study and examination requirements and forms of examination | Study and examination requirements: 1. Students must arrive 10 minutes before the class starts and 15 minutes before the examination starts. 2. Students must switch off all electronic devices during the offline classes. 3. Students must switch on the video camera during the online classes. 4. Students must inform the lecturer if they will not attend class due to sickness or other reasons. 5. Students must submit all class assignments before the deadline. 6. Students must attend the exam to receive a final grade. |
| Media employed | Videos and slide presentations |
| Reading list | 1. Tiro, MA., Annas, S. 2015. Filsafat Statistika. Andira Publisher. Makassar 2. Singh, S. 2012. Research Methodology and Techniques in Veterinary Science. Centrum Press. 3. Holmes, M., Cockcrof, P. 2008. Handbook of Veterinary Clinical Research. Wiley-Blackwell. |