PSY30110 Laboratory Practicals in Psychology II

Academic Year 2023/2024

This module builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in the previous module (PSY20050). In particular, it teaches students how to think critically about previous research and to consider the use of a range of different methodologies and equipment in investigating specified research questions. In addition, students will be supported to test ideas for their final year research projects, consider ethical implications and develop a research proposal under the supervision of a postgraduate demonstrator.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to: Critically reflect on psychological research and their development as researchers; Apply a range of techniques to the collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting of data; Develop an ethical and feasible research proposal;

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

3

Practical

25

Specified Learning Activities

37

Autonomous Student Learning

60

Total

125

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
This module uses the following teaching and learning strategies: data collection, analysis and interpretation; task-based learning; small group work; critical thinking, reading and writing; reflective learning; lab work/report writing; individualised formative and summative feedback. 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Co-requisite:
PSY20050 - Psychology Labs 1

Equivalents:
Psychology labs II (PSY37110)


 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Lab Report: Research proposal (maximum 2,500 words) Coursework (End of Trimester) n/a Graded No

50

Attendance: Attendance is compulsory and reflects the participatory nature of the learning that takes place in class. Varies over the Trimester n/a Alternative linear conversion grade scale 40% No

20

Continuous Assessment: Continuous Assessment 1 - Preparation and submission of poster Varies over the Trimester n/a Graded No

10

Continuous Assessment: Continuous Assessment 2 - Preparation of an ethics form Varies over the Trimester n/a Graded No

20


Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Autumn No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, on an activity or draft prior to summative assessment
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Students receive written summative feedback including the grade for their continuous assessments (approx Week 6 and 8). Students will have a one to one session with a demonstrator in advance of the final submission. Written feedback is provided on the final assignment.

Name Role
Finn Brady Tutor
Tobias Constien Tutor
Ms Megan Hussey Tutor
JEFFY JOSE Tutor
Assim Kalouaz Tutor
Mr Kervin Soobrayen Tutor
Ms Julia Steopan Tutor
Ms Anjitha Vadakkethala Thomachan Tutor
Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
 
Spring
     
Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 20 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 29 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Practical Offering 1 Week(s) - 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31, 32, 33 Tues 10:00 - 12:50
Practical Offering 2 Week(s) - 20 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Practical Offering 2 Week(s) - 29 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Practical Offering 2 Week(s) - 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31, 32, 33 Thurs 10:00 - 12:50
Practical Offering 3 Week(s) - 20 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Practical Offering 3 Week(s) - 29 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Practical Offering 3 Week(s) - 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31, 32, 33 Tues 14:00 - 16:50
Practical Offering 4 Week(s) - 20 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Practical Offering 4 Week(s) - 29 Thurs 10:00 - 11:50
Practical Offering 4 Week(s) - 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31, 32, 33 Thurs 14:00 - 16:50
Spring