Developing as a Researcher Part 1

MODULE AIMS

• Discovering research methods in applied psychology
• Reviewing previous literature with a critical eye
• Developing research questions
• Choosing a methodology: quantitative or qualitative or a mixed methods design?
• Considering ethical implications
• Writing a literature review
• Presenting your research proposal

MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES

Knowledge
1. Develop your knowledge in occupational and business psychology by undertaking a critical review of literature.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the main quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methods

Thinking skills
3. Demonstrate the ability to conceptualise, develop and articulate a clear rationale explaining the need for the chosen research.

Subject-based practical skills
4. Demonstrate the ability to produce research questions and/or hypotheses.

Skills for life and work (general skills)
5. Demonstrate written communication skills appropriate for a literature review appropriate for a professional readership.
6. Demonstrate competence in presenting and discussing research findings.