Psychology BA (C), Independent Project, 22.5 credits
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Psykologi GR (C), Självständigt arbete, 22.5 hp
Psychology BA (C), Independent Project, 22.5 credits
General data
- Code: PS202G
- Subject/Main field: Psychology
- Cycle: First cycle
- Progression: (C)
- Credits: 22.5
- Progressive specialization: G2E - First cycle, has at least 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements, contains degree project for Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
- Education area: Medicine 50%, Social sciences 50%
- Answerable department: Psychology and Social Work
- Approved: 2025-02-24
- Version valid from: 2025-09-01
Aim
The aim of the course is for students to practice and apply scientific reasoning and methodology to a specific area of psychology. The course is conducted in project form where students work independently under supervision. The end product takes the form of a scientific report.
Course objectives
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:
- Based on theory and empirical evidence, formulate research questions and apply a research design.
- Collect or compile, analyse, and interpret scientific data in relation to a problem statement.
- Present the completed study in writing, in accordance with the APA manual.
- Independently assess ethical aspects in the research process.
- Analyse and evaluate own and other students' results in relation to their scientific value.
Content
Implementation of an empirical research project, which is reported in writing and presented orally.
Entry requirements
60 ECTS in Psychology including a minimum of 15 ECTS in research methodology.
Selection rules and procedures
The selection process is in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance and the local order of admission.
Teaching form
Teaching activities mainly include seminars and supervisory meetings. The work effort for the entire course normally comprises 400 hours. This means that in addition to scheduled time, the student must complete extensive self-studies.
Examination form
1101: Independent Project, 15 Credits
Grade scale: Three-grade scale
1102: Seminars, 7.5 Credits
Grade scale: Three-grade scale
The examinations includes a written empirical report, oral presentation of the project, and active participation in compulsory seminars.
Link to grading criteria: https://www.miun.se/gradingcriteria
The examiner has the right to offer alternative examination arrangements to students who have been granted the right to special support by Mid Sweden University’s disabilities adviser.
Grading system
Three-grade scale
Course reading
Title: APA Style and Grammar Guidelines
Web address: apastyle.apa.org
Title: CODEX: Rules and Guidelines for Research
Web address: codex.uu.se
Title: Good Research Practice
Web address: vr.se