Research Rotation in Psychology Autumn 1
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| PSGY4016 | Psychology | 4 | 30 | Autumn UK |
- Code
- PSGY4016
- School
- Psychology
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 30
- Semesters
- Autumn UK
Summary
This module enables students to obtain practical research experience, to include a range of activities such as literature searching, study design, ethics, obtaining participants, data collection and analysis, and writing reports. The actual content will depend on the individual rotation.
Target Students
Students registered on a 4-year PhD in the School of Psychology; typically these will be ESRC DTC students.
Classes
Contact time & personal study- 300 hours
Assessment
- 100% Coursework 1: 5,000-8,000 word research portfolio
Assessed by end of autumn semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to provide training and development in personal and research skills developed in the context of research placement with an individual member of staffLearning Outcomes
Transferable skills include:
Cognitive Skills: problem-solving, analysis & synthesis, critical evaluation, creative thinking, independent learning and group learning.
Professional Skills:
Team work, oral and written communication, presentation skills, professional/ethical conduct.
Technical Skills:
A range included but not limited to expanding knowledge using library and internet-based facilities bibliographic skills statistical skills a variety of imaging and neuroscience techniques such as ERP, TMS or FMRI.