Research Methodology and Research Project
15.0 ECTS creditsModule 1 Research Methodology (7.5 ECTS cr)
The aim of the module is that students develop the knowledge and skills required for the in-depth study in Module 2. Methods of sampling, data collection and analysis are presented for solving different psychological questions. Problems and limitations of research methods are presented, analysed and evaluated with the help of central concepts in research methodology and different scientific theoretical approaches.
Classes are conducted in the form of lectures, group work, presentations, and exercises using qualitative and statistical analyses, manual calculation and managing a statistical software program, as well as developing thematic analytical skills.
The module requires students to study the literature independently and to practice qualitative and quantitative analysis on their own.
Module 2 In-depth Study (7.5 ECTS cr)
Under supervision, students plan and carry out an empirical study and present the result in a research report. In seminars, students analyse and discuss the problems that may arise during the conduct of their research to improve the quality of their study and report. The module terminates with a final seminar where students defend their empirical study and serve as a peer reviewer.
The module requires students to work independently on their empirical study and research report.
Supervision is only provided for the duration of the course. Re-registered students are offered additional supervision if circumstances permit.
The aim of the module is that students develop the knowledge and skills required for the in-depth study in Module 2. Methods of sampling, data collection and analysis are presented for solving different psychological questions. Problems and limitations of research methods are presented, analysed and evaluated with the help of central concepts in research methodology and different scientific theoretical approaches.
Classes are conducted in the form of lectures, group work, presentations, and exercises using qualitative and statistical analyses, manual calculation and managing a statistical software program, as well as developing thematic analytical skills.
The module requires students to study the literature independently and to practice qualitative and quantitative analysis on their own.
Module 2 In-depth Study (7.5 ECTS cr)
Under supervision, students plan and carry out an empirical study and present the result in a research report. In seminars, students analyse and discuss the problems that may arise during the conduct of their research to improve the quality of their study and report. The module terminates with a final seminar where students defend their empirical study and serve as a peer reviewer.
The module requires students to work independently on their empirical study and research report.
Supervision is only provided for the duration of the course. Re-registered students are offered additional supervision if circumstances permit.
Progressive specialisation:
G1F (has less than 60 credits in first‐cycle course/s as entry requirements)
Education level:
Undergraduate level
Admission requirements
At least 15 ECTS credits completed for the course PSGA34 Psychology A: An Overview 30 ECTS cr, or at least 15 ECTS cr completed for PSGA38 Psychology: Foundations 30 ECTS cr, or equivalent.
Selection:
Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.