Research Methods in Psychology MSc - 2019/0
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MSc Research Methods in Psychology
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGCert | Research Methods in Psychology |
| PGDip | Research Methods in Psychology |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | PLD61011 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
| Part-time | PLD61012 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences - Psychology
Programme Leader
SILVANTO Juha (Psychology)
Date of production/revision of spec
23/11/2021
Educational aims of the programme
- To provide postgraduate students with expertise of current psychological research methods appropriate for the behavioural sciences
- To provide postgraduate students with the skills necessary for research at PhD level and/or making transition to the world of work
- To provide postgraduate students with the skills necessary for formulating appropriate research questions, conducting empirical research and analysing and reporting research results
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of research design and strategies | K | MSc | |
| Knowledge and understanding of psychology as an evidence-based science and the historical and theoretical issues underlying the discipline | K | MSc | |
| Knowledge and understanding of psychological concepts and methodologies and how to evaluate the range of alternative research methods | K | MSc | |
| Knowledge and understanding of quantitative/qualitative techniques to manage and analyse psychological data | K | MSc | |
| Knowledge and understanding of different methods to present and communicate the results | K | MSc | |
| Knowledge and understanding of ethical considerations when undertaking research | K | MSc | |
| Critically assess and comment on both published and unpublished sources of research | C | MSc | |
| Critically weigh up the contributions and limitations of psychological theories and methods in addressing research problems | C | MSc | |
| Critically compare methods and research findings to develop, where appropriate, integrative theoretical frameworks to understand research methodologies | C | MSc | |
| Design, conduct and evaluate psychological research including a rationale for choice of methods employed | C | MSc | |
| Reflect on the mutual interaction between theory development, practice and application | C | MSc | |
| Communicate work in a professional manner for academic and non-academic audiences in written and verbal formats | P | MSc | |
| Apply problem solving techniques to psychological research topics effectively | P | MSc | |
| Use effective learning strategies | P | MSc | |
| Analyse and interpret quantitative and qualitative empirical evidence in a competent and critical manner | P | MSc | |
| Communicate theories and methods in relation to psychology research by oral and written means | T | MSc | |
| Use information technology effectively | T | MSc | |
| Manage own personal development | T | MSc | |
| Describe some of the basic principles of research design and strategies | PGCert, PGDip | ||
| Describe some psychological concepts and methodologies and how to evaluate some alternative research methods | PGCert, PGDip | ||
| Apply some quantitative/qualitative techniques to manage and analyse psychological data | PGCert, PGDip | ||
| Critically evaluate the contributions and limitations of psychological theories and methods in addressing research problems | PGDip |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied full-time over one academic year, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
Part-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied part-time over two academic years, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7. All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Choose two from the listed optional modules in Semester 1 and three options from the listed optional modules in Semester 2.
PSYM144 GAMIFIED AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AND RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY - This module is part of the Cognitive Psychology stream of optional modules and may not be running every year.
Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
PT - Choose all compulsory modules in each semester of the course. Choose one optional module in semester 2. No more than two modules must be taken during each semester.
PSYM144 GAMIFIED AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AND RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY - This module is part of the Cognitive Psychology stream of optional modules and may not be running every year.
Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
PT - Choose two optional modules in each semester of the course. No more than two modules must be taken during each semester.
PSYM144 GAMIFIED AND EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING AND RESEARCH IN PSYCHOLOGY - This module is part of the Cognitive Psychology stream of optional modules and may not be running every year.
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
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