Independent Research Project

Unit code: APS3040 | Study level: Undergraduate

Credit points

(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

Footscray Park

Prerequisites

APS3030 - Social Research Methods

(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)

Overview

This unit of study aims to further enhance students’ skills in planning, conducting, analysing and reporting a psychological research study. On completion of this unit of study, students should be able to: further understand the significance of research and the difficulties associated with undertaking psychological research and design and complete a qualitative and/or quantitative research study with some degree of independence.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Distil understanding of the significance of applied social research;
Interrogate research strategies for data gathering and analysis;
Translate knowledge gained in research methods to design and undertake a qualitative and/or quantitative research study; and
Articulate and defend research processes and outcomes.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Research Paper

Grade: 70%

Research report (quantitative or qualitative): 3,500 words – Part A (Week 1): 1000 words (20%); Part B (Week 3): 2500 words (50%)

Assessment type: Presentation

Grade: 30%

Oral presentation of completed report (Week 4:10mins)

Required reading

Required readings will be made available on VU Collaborate.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours)

ABPC | Bachelor honours degree | Duration: 4 years

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