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Programme code | 7PSYC013T |
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Programme type | Postgraduate Taught Degree |
Programme director(s) |
Casimir Ludwig
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Faculty | Faculty of Science |
School/department | School of Psychological Science |
Teaching institution | University of Bristol |
Awarding institution | University of Bristol |
Accrediting types: |
Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS). (http://www.bps.org.uk/) |
Mode of study | Full Time |
Programme length | 1 years (full time) |
This programme aims to train graduates with a non-Psychology background in the theories of cognition, brain and behaviour, and the experimental research methods used to develop and test such theories. The programme covers four core areas of Psychology: Social, Cognitive, Developmental and Biological Psychology. Our aim is to provide students with a good understanding of the interplay between these different areas of the field and the pivotal role of empirical evidence for theory development in these different areas. Students will acquire a range of research skills for the scientific investigation of psychological questions, culminating in an original empirical research project. The programme entails a wide variety of teaching and assessment methods, and provides students with a range of generic, transferable skills (e.g. team work, numerical competence, oral and written communication skills). These skills are highly valued by employers and the programme is an excellent preparation for a wide range of careers that involve some element of Psychological knowledge. The Conversion Course also prepares non-Psychology graduates for further post-graduate study in Psychology, such as more clinically oriented post-graduate programmes or post-graduate research degrees.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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- Preparatory, subject-specific Q&A sessions (1). - Lectures (1-3, 5). - Tutorials (small groups) (2-6). - Seminars with (small group) presentations (1-3, 5, 6). - Laboratory work: “mini” projects, programming exercises and a major empirical research project (1-6). - Self-study (1-3, 5, 6). |
Methods of Assessment | |
- Unseen examinations (1). - Assessed coursework: essays (1, 6), experimental reports (1-3, 5, 6), programming script (2, 5). - Seminar presentations (1-3, 5, 6). - Empirical project dissertation (1-6). |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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- Lectures (1-5). - Tutorials (small groups) (1-6). - Seminars with (small group) presentations (1-6). - Laboratory work: “mini” projects, programming exercises and a major empirical research project (1-6). - Self-study (1-6). |
Methods of Assessment | |
- Unseen examinations (2, 5). - Assessed coursework: essays (1-3, 5), experimental reports (1-4, 6), programming script (3, 4, 6). - Seminar presentations (1-2, 5, 6). - Empirical project dissertation (1-6). |
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes | Learning and Teaching Methods |
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- Lectures (3, 4, 6, 8). - Tutorials (small groups) (1-6, 8). - Seminars with (small group) presentations (1-8, 10). - Laboratory work: “mini” projects, programming exercises and a major empirical research project (1-10). |
Methods of Assessment | |
- Unseen examinations (3, 4, 7). - Assessed coursework: essays (1-7), experimental reports (1-8, 10), programming script (5-7, 9). - Seminar presentations (1-8, 10). - Empirical project dissertation (1-9). |
Statement of expectations from the students at each level of the programme as it/they develop year on year.
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Certificate |
At this level, we expect students to demonstrate an acceptable level of knowledge in at least two of the four core domains of Experimental Psychology. They must also demonstrate competence in use of basic research tools. |
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Level M/7 - Postgraduate Diploma |
In addition to Level 1, students will need to demonstrate an understanding of more complex statistical analytical techniques and will also have to demonstrate acceptable levels of knowledge in all four core domains of Experimental Psychology. |
Level M/7 - Postgraduate Masters |
In addition to Levels 1 and 2, students will be required to conduct an original empirical research project under the supervision of an active researcher. This requirement includes submission of a satisfactory dissertation in the style of a journal manuscript. It is anticipated that some of this work will be at a level that may be suitable for publication in the scientific literature. |
The intended learning outcome mapping document shows which mandatory units contribute towards each programme intended learning outcome.
For information on the admissions requirements for this programme please see details in the postgraduate prospectus at http://www.bristol.ac.uk/prospectus/postgraduate/ or contact the relevant academic department.
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Unit Name | Unit Code | Credit Points | Status | |
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Developmental Psychology and Language (Conversion) | PSYCM0061 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-2C |
Biological Psychology (Conversion) | PSYCM0058 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-2D |
Cognitive Psychology (Conversion) | PSYCM0059 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1B |
Social Psychology and Individual Differences (Conversion) | PSYCM0060 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1A |
Psychological Research Methods and Statistics | PSYCM0062 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-2 |
Creating Psychological Experiments | PSYCM0056 | 20 | Mandatory | TB-1 |
Dissertation | PSYCM1000 | 60 | Mandatory | AYEAR |
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The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
For detailed rules on progression please see the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes and the relevant faculty handbook.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to exit from the programme with a postgraduate diploma or certificate.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
An award with Merit or Distinction is permitted for postgraduate taught masters, diplomas and certificates, where these are specifically named entry-level qualifications. An award with Merit or Distinction is not permitted for exit awards where students are required to exit the programme on academic grounds. An exit award with Merit or Distinction may be permitted where students are prevented by exceptional circumstances from completing the intended award.
The classification of the award in relation to the final programme mark is as follows:
Award with Distinction*: at least 65 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation. **Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
Award with Merit*: at least 60 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 60 out of 100 for the dissertation. Faculties retain discretion to increase these thresholds.
* The MA in Law has separate regulations for awarding distinction and merit.
** For the award of Distinction, the Faculty of Engineering requires at least 70 out of 100 for the taught component overall and, for masters awards, at least 70 out of 100 for the dissertation.
All taught masters programmes, unless exempted by Senate, must allow the opportunity for students to choose, or be required, to leave at the postgraduate diploma or certificate stage.
To be awarded a postgraduate diploma, students must have successfully completed 120 credit points, of which 90 must be at level M/7.
To be awarded a postgraduate certificate, students must have successfully completed 60 credit points, of which 40 must be at level M/7.
Please note: This specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.
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