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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Dissertation | |||
| Reference | SSM116 | Version | 3 |
| Created | September 2019 | SCQF Level | SCQF 11 |
| Approved | April 2016 | SCQF Points | 60 |
| Amended | October 2019 | ECTS Points | 30 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| To demonstrate competence in research methodology by undertaking independent research on an approved topic relevant to Applied Psychology. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Research and review the literature on a research topic and produce a research proposal. |
| 2 | Critically evaluate and apply appropriate research skills and analysis in relation to the agreed topic. |
| 3 | Demonstrate research management skills at an appropriate level. |
| 4 | Produce a critical and logical interpretation of their research in the form of a written dissertation. |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| Student-led independent research under academic supervision to include: Philosophy of research, Literature review, Design and preparation of a research project and collection of data, Quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques, Submission of Dissertation. |
| Module Delivery |
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| This is a practical module devoted to research in an agreed field and may involve a wide range of techniques. Distance learning delivery will be through self-directed study from web-based learning materials. Students will be assigned a dissertation supervisor for further guidance and support |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 10 | 10 |
| Non-Contact Hours | 590 | 590 |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | N/A | N/A |
| TOTAL | 600 | 600 |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | The coursework is a dissertation which will take the form of an empirical research project. | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| There is one coursework which contributes 100% to the module total. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | The student needs an A in C1 |
| B | The student needs a B in C1 |
| C | The student needs a C in C1 |
| D | The student needs a D in C1 |
| E | The student needs an E in C1 |
| F | The student needs an F in C1 |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | Successfull completion of Stage 1 of MSc Applied Psychology |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Bell, J. (2007). Doing Your Research Project (4th ed.). Buckingham, UK: Open University Press. |
| 2 | Harris, P. (2008). Designing and Reporting Experiments in Psychology. (3rd ed.). Maidenhead, UK: Open University Press. |
| 3 | Howitt, D (2019). Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods in Psychology: Putting Theory into Practice (4th ed.) Harlow, UK: Pearson. |
| 4 | Pallant, J. (2010). SPSS Survival Manual (4th ed.). Maidenhead, UK: McGraw-Hill. |
| 5 | Smith, T. R. (2004). The Principles of Writing in Psychology. Basingstoke, UK: Palgrave Macmillan. |