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What will I learn on this module?
On this module you will have the opportunity to independently conceptualise, plan and undertake a novel piece of research that contributes to psychological knowledge and understanding. You will critically evaluate current theories and evidence in order to generate your own research question. You will engage with the relevant ethical guidelines to design a feasible project plan. You will develop your independent research skills during this module as well as identifying points of collaboration with supervisors, research staff and other potential stakeholders. You will use a variety of relevant skills, techniques and research methods in order to implement your study and finally you will have the opportunity to disseminate your findings in written form.
What will I learn on this module?
On this module you will have the opportunity to independently conceptualise, plan and undertake a novel piece of research that contributes to psychological knowledge and understanding. You will critically evaluate current theories and evidence in order to generate your own research question. You will engage with the relevant ethical guidelines to design a feasible project plan. You will develop your independent research skills during this module as well as identifying points of collaboration with supervisors, research staff and other potential stakeholders. You will use a variety of relevant skills, techniques and research methods in order to implement your study and finally you will have the opportunity to disseminate your findings in written form.
How will I learn on this module?
You will engage in an independent piece of psychological research with the support and guidance of an individual supervisor. You will meet with your supervisor regularly during Semester 2 to discuss the development of the research. Supervisors will provide guidance with respect to specific skills, techniques and research methodologies as well as information relating to ethical issues and processes. In Semester 3 you will continue to meet with your supervisor in line with the stage of your study. During this time supervisors may provide guidance for example on practical data collection issues or discuss findings.
How will I learn on this module?
You will engage in an independent piece of psychological research with the support and guidance of an individual supervisor. You will meet with your supervisor regularly during Semester 2 to discuss the development of the research. Supervisors will provide guidance with respect to specific skills, techniques and research methodologies as well as information relating to ethical issues and processes. In Semester 3 you will continue to meet with your supervisor in line with the stage of your study. During this time supervisors may provide guidance for example on practical data collection issues or discuss findings.
How will I be supported academically on this module?
Scheduled sessions will be provided during Semester 1 and 2 to support the MSc Thesis. These will include sessions during the Induction period and later in the Semester to arrange the allocation of supervisors. You will also receive information about the thesis process via email and resources including assessment information will be available via the e-learning portal.
How will I be supported academically on this module?
Scheduled sessions will be provided during Semester 1 and 2 to support the MSc Thesis. These will include sessions during the Induction period and later in the Semester to arrange the allocation of supervisors. You will also receive information about the thesis process via email and resources including assessment information will be available via the e-learning portal.
What will I be expected to read on this module?
All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)
What will I be expected to read on this module?
All modules at Northumbria include a range of reading materials that students are expected to engage with. The reading list for this module can be found at: http://readinglists.northumbria.ac.uk
(Reading List service online guide for academic staff this containing contact details for the Reading List team – http://library.northumbria.ac.uk/readinglists)
What will I be expected to achieve?
Knowledge & Understanding:
1. Critically evaluate knowledge, theory and evidence relevant to the psychological discipline of the project.
2. Understand the ways in which theory and research can be applied to solutions in real world contexts.
Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
1. Individually conceptualise and plan a psychological research study that addresses a current issue with the clear intention of advancing understanding within the domain.
2. Communicate the findings of the research in written form.
Personal Values Attributes:
1. Recognise and apply the relevant ethical guidelines to the design of a psychology based research project.
What will I be expected to achieve?
Knowledge & Understanding:
1. Critically evaluate knowledge, theory and evidence relevant to the psychological discipline of the project.
2. Understand the ways in which theory and research can be applied to solutions in real world contexts.
Intellectual / Professional skills & abilities:
1. Individually conceptualise and plan a psychological research study that addresses a current issue with the clear intention of advancing understanding within the domain.
2. Communicate the findings of the research in written form.
Personal Values Attributes:
1. Recognise and apply the relevant ethical guidelines to the design of a psychology based research project.
How will I be assessed?
Summative assessment:
You will write a thesis in journal submission format of up to approximately 8000 words. Your mark will constitute 100% of the module mark.
You are required to gain full ethical approval prior to beginning data collection. Failure to gain ethical approval by the published deadline will result in 5 marks being deducted from your final mark for the project report.
Individual feedback will be provided in written form.
Course info
Credits 60
Level of Study Postgraduate
Mode of Study 2 years Part-Time Distance Learning
2 other options available
Department Psychology
Location City Campus, Northumbria University
City Newcastle
Start October 2024
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