305972 (v.2) Psychology Dissertation Preparation 3 699
| Area: | School of Psychology |
| Credits: | 25.0 |
| Contact Hours: | 1.0 |
| Tutorial: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
| Syllabus: | The planning, execution and reporting of a suitable applied research project, related to the advanced coursework undertaken by the student. The work to be presented as a dissertation, in the same format as required for theses under University regulations. |
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| Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit students will - Have demonstrated the ability to plan, execute and report on a substantial research investigation at a publishable level. Have demonstrated originality of thought and the ability to critically evaluate research literature. Have demonstrated the ability to undertake independent research. |
| Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information. |
| Unit References: | Rudestam, K. and Newman, R. (1992), Surviving Your Dissertation. New York, Sage Publications. Van Wagenen, R.K. (1991), Writing a Thesis - Substance and Style. Englewood Cliffs, Prentice Hall. Yates, B.T. (1982), Doing the Dissertation - The Nuts and Bolts of Psychological Research. Springfield, Illinois, Charles, C. Thomas. |
| Unit Texts: | No prescribed texts. |
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| Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Satisfactory progress, this is by Pass/Fail assessment. |
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | | | 2004 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | | | |
Current as of: February 2, 2004
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