PSYCHOL 4300A - Honours Thesis in Psychology Part 1
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code PSYCHOL 4300A Course Honours Thesis in Psychology Part 1 Coordinating Unit Psychology Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Contact 12 x 2 hour seminars Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Prerequisites PSYCHOL 3011B and PSYCHOL 3021 and PSYCHOL 3023 and PSYCHOL 3020 - or admitted to the Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) degree Corequisites PSYCHOL 4201 Assumed Knowledge PSYCHOL 3020 or equivalent Restrictions Available to B.Psychological Science (Honours) and B. Psychology (Advanced) (Honours) students only Assessment Research proposal; ethics application; oral presentation Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Christopher Bean
Honours Program Directors: Professor Paul Delfabbro and Dr Christopher Bean, Dr Rachel Searston (Advisory)Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
1 Demonstrated original and useful contribution to psychological knowledge 2 Mastery of the content of psychology areas across the discipline 3 Ability to develop clear arguments that justify the research aims and cogently discuss the extent to which the aims have been borne out in the findings of the research thesis 4 Deep understanding of sound research methodology in psychology 5 The ability to apply appropriate quantitative and/or qualitative data analysis; and 6 A critical awareness of the implications of the findings as well as the strengths and limitations of the research thesis 最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1,2,3,4,5 & 6 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
2, 4, 6 Attribute 6: 最新糖心Vlogn Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
Graduates have an understanding of, and respect for, 最新糖心Vlogn Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander values, culture and knowledge.
2, 4, 5 Attribute 7: Digital capabilities
Graduates are well prepared for living, learning and working in a digital society.
1, 2, 4, 5, 6 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
This course involves a series of tasks necessary for the preparation of the Honours thesis, including: the selection of a topic, preparation of a research proposal, ethics proposal, seminar presentation and various other independent tasks. The exact required resources in Honours are defined by supervisors of the research thesis. Students will be introduced to key resources required to complete their research thesis within the School including:
- School of Psychology Test Library
- Research Participation Pool (first-year Research Participation System [RPS])
- Ethics Committee and Sub-Committee
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The thesis component represents a large amount of independent study in collaboration with the thesis supervisor(s). It is expected that students will meet frequently with supervisors and attend seminars on campus (2 hours in duration) throughout Semester 1.
Workload
No information currently available.
Learning Activities Summary
The seminar series provides an opportunity for us to address a number of issues specific to the Honours year. The initial seminars in Semester 1 will include:
- Discussion of assessment procedures
- Issues and procedures pertaining to ethics applications
- Managing stress and mental health during honours
- Use of the School research participation pool
- Use of library facilities
- Writing the different sections of an Honours Thesis
- Tips on how to present the thesis project
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Assessment
The 最新糖心Vlog's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment for the thesis component is outlined in PSYCHOL 4300B - Honours Thesis in Psychology Part 2Assessment Detail
No information currently available.
Submission
No information currently available.
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
NOG (No Grade Associated) Grade Description CN Continuing Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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