| Unit name | Dissertation (Conversion) |
|---|---|
| Unit code | PSYCM0071 |
| Credit points | 60 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Academic Year (weeks 1 - 52) |
| Unit director | Dr. Fielding |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one |
NA |
| School/department | School of Psychological Science |
| Faculty | Faculty of Life Sciences |
The aim of this unit is to apply research techniques to a particular psychological question, under the supervision of a member of academic staff. The project is typically conducted during the Summer term but preparation should start earlier, when NHS Ethics or other more complex ethical approval is required. This unit will also give students exposure to the diversity of research being conducted in the School via their participation in the experimental hours scheme.
The central learning outcome is that students should understand the principles underlying design, implementation and communication of a research project.
On successful completion of this unit, a student will be able to:
The project process begins with a presentation of the topic areas UoB members of academic staff are able to supervise.
Once a student is allocated a supervisor there will be regular meetings with the supervisor during which there will be discussion of hypotheses and appropriate design/analysis to test those hypotheses. During the course of the dissertation process, there will be timetabled meetings to ensure that projects are on track. Supervisors do not read drafts of dissertations; therefore, students should note that discussions with their supervisors play a critical role.
Formative Assessment:
Summative Assessment:
Other Pass Requirements:
In addition to earning the requisite number of marks, to pass this unit students must participate in 10 hours of research studies in the School as a member of the school's Experimental Hours scheme (or complete an equivalent written activity).
If this unit has a Resource List, you will normally find a link to it in the Blackboard area for the unit. Sometimes there will be a separate link for each weekly topic.
If you are unable to access a list through Blackboard, you can also find it via the Resource Lists homepage. Search for the list by the unit name or code (e.g. PSYCM0071).
How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
