PS369-30 Linguistics and Psychology Project
Introductory description
This module allows students to develop research skills by conducting a project in Linguistics and Psychology
Module aims
- to develop students' research skills.
- to provide experience in carrying out cognitive science research with appropriate supervision.
- to develop data analysis skills and key skills such as communication, time management, and working with others..
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
Procedures are modelled after PS302, with lectures shared:
- submission of project outline agreed and signed by the supervisor
- submission of ethical approval form, approved and signed by the supervisor
- carrying out project
- attend lectures as required
- meet with supervisor as required
- oral presentation of project
- suubmission of raw data and wrtten report of project
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Ability to conduct and report substantively-sized research project related to Linguistics and Psychology
- Understand and critically evaluate relevant existing research
- Design, plan, and carry out a piece of research within a defined period
- Appreciate the ethical context of research
Indicative reading list
Bem, D. (2002). Writing the empirical journal article. In J. M. Darley, M. P. Zanna, & H. L. Roediger III (Eds.), The Compleat Academic: A Career Guide. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
Sternberg, R. J., & Sternberg, K. (2010). The Psychologist's Companion: A Guide to Scientific Writing for Students and Researchers (5th edition). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Wood, C., Giles, D., & Percy, C. (2009). Your Psychology Project Handbook: Becoming a Researcher. Harlow: Prentice Hall
Subject specific skills
recognition of a range of research methods, theories, evidence, and applications across the disciplines
ethical and safe application of knowledge
carry out studies involving a variety of methods of data collection
generate and explore hypotheses and research questions drawing on relevant theory and research
Transferable skills
effective communication skills to develop a cogent argument supported by relevant evidence and being sensitive to the needs and expectations of an audience
effective personal planning skills
accurately analyse, present, and evaluate data and evaluate research findings
effective personal planning, self-reflection, and project management skills, so they become more independent and pragmatic as learners.
Study time
| Type | Required |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 3 sessions of 1 hour (1%) |
| Project supervision | 10 sessions of 1 hour (3%) |
| Other activity | 2 hours (1%) |
| Private study | 285 hours (95%) |
| Total | 300 hours |
Private study description
Self-directed and supervised study – meetings, project design, implementation, data collection, data analysis, and report writing.
Other activity description
Oral Presentation Session
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You do not need to pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A1
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Report | 95% | No | |
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Project reports, excluding references and appendices, should be between 4,000 and 8,000 words. |
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| Oral presentation | 5% | No | |
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12-minute presentations, including two minutes for questions. |
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Feedback on assessment
oral presentation by paper feedback form; written report via individual meeting with supervisor .
Courses
This module is Core optional for:
- Year 3 of UPSA-C802 Undergraduate Psychology with Linguistics