Dissertation Process Group
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| EDUC4132 | Education | 4 | 60 | Full Year UK |
- Code
- EDUC4132
- School
- Education
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 60
- Semesters
- Full Year UK
Summary
This module will explore the foundation of knowledge in the core research methodology and methods for person-centred experiential (PCE) psychotherapy and counselling. The module will examine the philosophical underpinnings of research and its applicability to psychotherapy and counselling. This will provide the basis for acquiring a critical perspective on research and the development of a dissertation proposal. The student will gain a deep understanding of the range of relevant quantitative and qualitative methods and how they can be applied in the psychotherapy and counselling setting. The student will gain the experience of doing a piece of research relevant to counselling and psychotherapy.
Target Students
Available to MA Person-Centred Experiential Counselling and Psychotherapy students.
Classes
Delivered through seminars.
Assessment
- 30% Coursework 1: 4,000 words (Semester 1)
- 50% Coursework 2: 9,000 (Semester 2)
- Coursework 3: Submission of competency portfolio (Semester 2)
- Participation: 90% attendance required to achieve accreditation
- 20% Presentation: 20 minutes (Semester 2)
Assessed in both autumn & spring semest
Educational Aims
The aims of the module are:to facilitate the development of a learning community in which students support and challenge each other as a means to developing their knowledge of research as applicable to PCE theory and their own dissertation topic to develop an understanding of the epistemological foundations of PCE theoryto ensure participants have demonstrated sufficient competency in understanding Person Centred theory and practiceLearning Outcomes
By the end of this module students should have:
Knowledge and understanding
developed an understanding of research including quantitative and qualitative methods and how these inform practice
Intellectual skills
capacity to design, carry out and critically evaluate research into specific questions regarding psychotherapy and counselling
Professional practical skills
acquired the ability to develop research into practice and use research evidence to inform practice
Transferable (key) skills
developed a wide range of skills in the area of research and project development