FYUP 1 Proposal Presentation

The FYUP 1 Proposal Presentation is a key component of the Final Year Undergraduate Project (FYUP) undertaken by students in the Bachelor of Biosciences (SSCYH) and Bachelor of Biotechnology (SSCTH) programmes during the second semester of their third year of study. During FYUP 1, students develop research proposals that form the foundation of the research project to be carried out in FYUP 2 during the first semester of their fourth year. The proposal presentation provides a platform for students to present and defend their proposed research projects, while receiving constructive feedback from academic evaluators prior to the implementation phase of their studies.

During the presentation session, each student presents their research proposal to a panel comprising two academic staff members with expertise relevant to the research area. Students are allocated 10 minutes to present their proposed study, followed by a 5-minute question-and-answer session. This process enables students to receive constructive feedback on their research objectives, literature review, experimental design, and project feasibility.

Through the proposal presentation, students are required to identify a research problem, formulate clear research objectives, evaluate relevant scientific literature, and justify the methodology proposed for their study. The session also strengthens scientific communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and research planning skills while preparing students for independent research.

Research projects undertaken by students encompass diverse areas of biosciences and biotechnology, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of the field and addressing challenges related to health, industry, agriculture, food, and the environment. The proposal presentation serves as an important milestone in fostering a strong culture of undergraduate research within the Department of Biosciences.

FYUP 1 Proposal Presentation 2026