Problem papers are a key part of final‑year assessment and are designed to test your ability to apply scientific knowledge to unfamiliar scenarios. You will analyse data, interpret evidence, and explain underlying mechanisms, drawing on material from across your degree programme. Preparation for problem papers is delivered through the Year 3 tutorials and plenary sessions, where you will practise problem solving, data interpretation, and structured scientific reasoning.
Problem papers aim to:
• Assess your ability to apply and integrate knowledge rather than recall facts.
• Develop analytical and problem‑solving skills relevant to scientific research and professional practice.
• Build confidence in tackling complex or unfamiliar questions.
Support and feedback for problem papers are provided during tutorial activities including:
• Formative feedback during tutorial problem‑solving activities.
• Feedback on practice past papers.
• Verbal feedback in discussions and presentations.
• Peer feedback.
