Psychology 3, advanced course

Aim

On completion of the course, the student should:

• in collaboration with others, be able to plan, carry out and, orally and in writing, present a scientific work within one of the subareas of psychology
• in collaboration with others, be able to collect, qualitatively and quantitatively process and analyse, and in a scientific way compile data
• be able to read, evaluate, critically reflect on and discuss own and others' studies
• be able to account for and use research-ethical principles regarding psychological research

Content

Empirical Methods, 7.5 HE credits

(Metod 2) The statistical part covers variance analysis and analysis of regression. In the qualitative element, the qualities or prominent features of a phenomenon are analysed. In this second method block, qualitative methods are covered more prominently and in detail. Within the scope of the course, practical applications are made, partly by statistics (e.g. computer exercises), partly the use of different qualitative methods.

Preparatory Course for Thesis in Psychology, 7.5 HE credits

(Uppsatsförberedande kurs) The aim of this module is that the student should acquire advanced knowledge of the issues that surround a scientific work. Examples of different psychological research approaches and research fields are highlighted. Different scientific presentation forms are also covered.

Thesis, 15 HE credits

(Uppsats) The students should, in pairs, in consultation with the supervisor select, delimit and define a psychological problem and highlight it with an adequate method. The work should be presented in writing and defended orally.