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PS-D01
Research Project
The research module will involve constructing and executing a substantial research project, usually conducted in connection with a topic / theme relevant to the overall masters programme. Capitalising the on the links between the course and local services, there may be opportunities to conduct research within partner organisations (e.g. NHS trusts, mental health charities, forensic units) as well as undertaking research based on topics generated by academics based within the department of psychology. We also encourage students who come to the program with connections as a consequence of previous professional experience, to undertake projects that are linked to interests they have already established. For students on BPS accredited masters programmes, the dissertation will take the form of an empirical research project involving primary data collection and submission of an individual ethics proposal.
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PSY319
Independent Research Project
Students conduct an independent research project under the supervision of a member of staff. The research topic is decided in conjunction with supervisors and Research topics. Students must design, conduct, analyse and write up a piece of research in order to achieve Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS). They must also complete an Ethical Considerations Form, showing that they have considered and resolved ethical issues relating to their project, and that they have implemented appropriate best practices for improving the reproducibility of their research.
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PSY319W
Prosiect Ymchwil Annibynnol
Mae myfyrwyr yn cynnal prosiect ymchwil annibynnol dan oruchwyliaeth aelod o staff. Penderfynir ar bwnc yr ymchwil ar y cyd â goruchwylwyr a phynciau Ymchwil. Rhaid i fyfyrwyr ddylunio, cynnal, dadansoddi ac ysgrifennu darn o ymchwil er mwyn cyflawni Sail Graddedig ar gyfer Siarter gyda Chymdeithas Seicolegol Prydain (BPS). Rhaid iddynt hefyd lenwi Ffurflen Ystyriaethau Moesegol, gan ddangos eu bod wedi ystyried a datrys materion moesegol sy'n ymwneud â'u prosiect, a'u bod wedi gweithredu arferion gorau priodol ar gyfer gwella atgynyrchioldeb eu hymchwil.
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PSY325
Independent Research Project - Joint Honours
Students conduct an independent research project under the supervision of a member of staff. The research topic is decided in conjunction with supervisors and research topics. Students must design, conduct, analyse and write up a piece of research in order to achieve Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS). They must also complete an ethical considerations form, showing that they have considered and resolved ethical issues relating to their project, and that they have implemented appropriate best practices for improving the reproducibility of their research.
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PSY325W
Prosiect Ymchwil Annibynnol - Anrhydeddau ar y Cyd
Mae myfyrwyr yn cynnal prosiect ymchwil annibynnol dan oruchwyliaeth aelod o staff. Penderfynir ar bwnc yr ymchwil ar y cyd â goruchwylwyr a phynciau ymchwil. Rhaid i fyfyrwyr ddylunio, cynnal, dadansoddi ac ysgrifennu darn o ymchwil er mwyn cyflawni Sail Graddedig ar gyfer Siarter gyda Chymdeithas Seicolegol Prydain (BPS). Rhaid iddynt hefyd lenwi ffurflen ystyriaethau moesegol, gan ddangos eu bod wedi ystyried a datrys materion moesegol sy'n ymwneud â'u prosiect, a'u bod wedi gweithredu arferion gorau priodol ar gyfer gwella atgynyrchioldeb eu hymchwil.
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PSY332
Contemporary Issues in Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice
This module explores how psychological principles are applied to address contemporary challenges within the criminal justice system. It explores topics such as mental health, traumatic brain injury, neurodiversity, and psychopathy, focussing on their implications for offending, sentencing, and offender management. Broader societal issues, including cybercrime, online misogynistic ideology, radicalised communities, and wellbeing in custodial settings, are also addressed. By combining theoretical insights with real-world applications, the module equips students with critical knowledge and analytical skills needed to engage with evolving debates and practices in forensic psychology. Designed to remain flexible and responsive to emerging priorities, it provides a flexible framework for exploring the dynamic interplay between psychology and the criminal justice system.
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PSY332I
Contemporary Issues in Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice (IST)
This module explores how psychological principles are applied to address contemporary challenges within the criminal justice system. It explores topics such as mental health, traumatic brain injury, neurodiversity, and psychopathy, focussing on their implications for offending, sentencing, and offender management. Broader societal issues, including cybercrime, online misogynistic ideology, radicalised communities, and wellbeing in custodial settings, are also addressed. By combining theoretical insights with real-world applications, the module equips students with critical knowledge and analytical skills needed to engage with evolving debates and practices in forensic psychology. Designed to remain flexible and responsive to emerging priorities, it provides a flexible framework for exploring the dynamic interplay between psychology and the criminal justice system.
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PSY334
Evolutionary Perspectives on Psychology
This module provides an exploration of human behaviour and relationships from an evolutionary perspective. Across a series of lectures and interactive workshops, students will learn broad and focused evolutionary theories such as natural and sexual selection, error management theory, and sexual strategies theory, and apply them to understand inform understanding of human social and romantic behaviours. Topics range from the principles of natural and sexual selection through to altruism, attraction, maladaptive behaviours, relationship dynamics, and biological signalling systems. Through examining questions like "Why do we find certain traits attractive?" and "How do evolutionary pressures shape helping behaviour?" students will engage critically with both foundational and emerging theories in evolutionary psychology. Students will also develop critical thinking skills around these topics through engaging in debate practice and analyzing real-world data, enabling them to evaluate and question evolutionary theories in depth.
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PSY364
Independent Research Project I
This module, in conjunction with ¿Independent Research Project II ¿ Conducting and Reporting¿, will see students design, conduct, analyse, and write-up a substantial piece of original psychological research under the supervision of a member of staff. In doing so, they will also consider the ethical issues posed by their research and resolve them and conduct their research in line with the principles of Open Science. Demonstrating these abilities is required to achieve Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
In ¿Independent Research Project I ¿ Planning and Development¿, students will begin the research process by:
1. Selecting a research topic in collaboration with their supervisor - typically in an area of the supervisor¿s expertise.
2. Formulating research questions and associated hypotheses/predictions.
3. Designing a research study to answer research questions and test hypotheses/predictions.
4. Considering and resolving ethical issues relating to the study.
5. Writing a Stage I Registered Report of the study consisting of Introduction, Methods, and Data Analysis plan.
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PSY364C
Independent Research Project I
This module, in conjunction with ¿Independent Research Project II ¿ Conducting and Reporting¿, will see students design, conduct, analyse, and write-up a substantial piece of original psychological research under the supervision of a member of staff. In doing so, they will also consider the ethical issues posed by their research and resolve them and conduct their research in line with the principles of Open Science. Demonstrating these abilities is required to achieve Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
In ¿Independent Research Project I ¿ Planning and Development¿, students will begin the research process by:
1. Selecting a research topic in collaboration with their supervisor - typically in an area of the supervisor¿s expertise.
2. Formulating research questions and associated hypotheses/predictions.
3. Designing a research study to answer research questions and test hypotheses/predictions.
4. Considering and resolving ethical issues relating to the study.
5. Writing a Stage I Registered Report of the study consisting of Introduction, Methods, and Data Analysis plan.
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PSY365
Independent Research Project II
This module, in conjunction with ¿Independent Research Project I ¿ Planning and Development¿, will see students design, conduct, analyse, and write-up a substantial piece of original psychological research under the supervision of a member of staff. In doing so, they will also consider the ethical issues posed by their research and resolve them and conduct their research in line with the principles of Open Science. Demonstrating these abilities is required to achieve Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
In ¿Independent Research Project II ¿ Conducting and Reporting¿, students will complete the research process by:
1. Conducting a planned piece of original psychological research.
2. Analyzing the data generated from the research.
3. Writing a Stage II Registered Report of the study consisting of Abstract, Results, and Discussion.
4. Demonstrating in depth knowledge of their project and the research process via a viva voce.
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PSY365C
Independent Research Project II
This module, in conjunction with ¿Independent Research Project I ¿ Planning and Development¿, will see students design, conduct, analyse, and write-up a substantial piece of original psychological research under the supervision of a member of staff. In doing so, they will also consider the ethical issues posed by their research and resolve them and conduct their research in line with the principles of Open Science. Demonstrating these abilities is required to achieve Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
In ¿Independent Research Project II ¿ Conducting and Reporting¿, students will complete the research process by:
1. Conducting a planned piece of original psychological research.
2. Analyzing the data generated from the research.
3. Writing a Stage II Registered Report of the study consisting of Abstract, Results, and Discussion.
4. Demonstrating in depth knowledge of their project and the research process via a viva voce.,
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PSY366
Independent Research Project for Joint Honours
This module, ¿Independent Research Project for Joint Honours,¿ spans two semesters and guides students through the entire research process, culminating in the production of a substantial piece of original psychological research under the supervision of a member of staff. The module is structured in two parts:
In Semester 1, students will begin the research process by selecting a research topic in collaboration with their supervisor¿typically in an area of the supervisor¿s expertise. They will formulate research questions and associated hypotheses, design a research study to test these hypotheses, consider and resolve ethical issues, and produce a Stage I Registered Report, including the Introduction, Methods, and Data Analysis plan.
In Semester 2, students will conduct their planned research, analyze the data generated, and write a Stage II Registered Report, consisting of the Abstract, Results, and Discussion sections.
The module emphasizes ethical research conduct and adherence to Open Science principles, both of which are necessary for achieving Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
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PSY366C
Independent Research Project for Joint Honours
This module, ¿Independent Research Project for Joint Honours,¿ spans two semesters and guides students through the entire research process, culminating in the production of a substantial piece of original psychological research under the supervision of a member of staff. The module is structured in two parts:
In Semester 1, students will begin the research process by selecting a research topic in collaboration with their supervisor¿typically in an area of the supervisor¿s expertise. They will formulate research questions and associated hypotheses, design a research study to test these hypotheses, consider and resolve ethical issues, and produce a Stage I Registered Report, including the Introduction, Methods, and Data Analysis plan.
In Semester 2, students will conduct their planned research, analyze the data generated, and write a Stage II Registered Report, consisting of the Abstract, Results, and Discussion sections.
The module emphasizes ethical research conduct and adherence to Open Science principles, both of which are necessary for achieving Graduate Basis for Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
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