Modiwl PRP-4018:
Dissertation MSci
Dissertation for MScience 2024-25
PRP-4018
2024-25
School of Psychology & Sport Science
Module - Semester 1 & 2
40 credits
Module Organiser:
Nia Griffith
Overview
Students in this module will conduct a research study with the aim of further developing the theories explored in PPP3001/PCC3001/PCC3000/PPP3000 . Students will carry out a substantial piece of empirical research developing knowledge and skill in the following areas: defining a research problem with a testable hypothesis/research question; learning appropriate methodologies; planning and carrying out a study efficiently; demonstrating awareness of ethical issues and current codes of ethics and conduct; demonstrating the ability to reason about data and present findings effectively; discussing findings in terms of previous research; evaluating methodologies and analyses employed and implications for ethics; and collaborating effectively with colleagues, participants, and/or outside agencies.
Assessment Strategy
-threshold - C 鈥ull engagement with the research process, including literature review, data collection and analysis, and report writing. 鈥dequate knowledge of key concepts with some understanding of theoretical issues but some factual errors. 鈥imited evidence of critical analysis and evaluation of hypothesis and theory. 鈥ome understanding of research methods and appreciation of ethical issues, but some errors in statistical analysis. 鈥eak written presentation, but some evidence of coherent expression.
-good - B 鈥ull engagement with the research process, including literature review, data collection and analysis, and report writing. 鈥trong knowledge of key concepts with solid understanding of theoretical issues and few factual errors. 鈥ome evidence of critical analysis and evaluation of hypothesis and theory. 鈥ome insight and understanding of research methods and clear appreciation of ethical issues, with only minor errors in statistical analysis. 鈥ell-structured written presentation showing focus of argument and expression.
-excellent -A 鈥ull engagement with the research process, including literature review, data collection and analysis, and report writing. 鈥omprehensive and detailed knowledge of key concepts with excellent understanding and original interpretation of theoretical issues and no factual errors. 鈥lear evidence of critical analysis and insightful evaluation of hypothesis and theory. 鈥epth of insight and clear understanding of research methods and clear appreciation of ethical issues, with no errors in statistical analysis. 鈥ell-structured written presentations showing focus and clarity of argument and expression.
Learning Outcomes
- Collect and analyse data gathered during research and draw appropriate conclusions on the basis of this analysis
- Design and conduct a research study testing a psychological hypothesis
- Present research findings in a short oral presentation.
- Present the research findings in a formal thesis
Assessment method
Oral Test
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Conference Presentation
Weighting
10%
Due date
31/05/2024
Assessment method
Dissertation
Assessment type
Crynodol
Description
Dissertation
Weighting
90%
Due date
24/04/2024