PSYCHOL 7116B - Research Project in Clinical Psychology Part 2

North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2015

This is an empirically-based research project on a topic of relevance to clinical psychology to be pursued under the guidance of one or more supervisors (at least one of whom shall be a member of the School of Psychology). The project should be structured so that the students participate in all of the steps involved in the research, including the formulation of the research question(s), the design of the study including the selection of appropriate methodology, the collection and analysis of data, the interpretation of the findings, and the preparation of the report.

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Course Details

Course Code	PSYCHOL 7116B
Course	Research Project in Clinical Psychology Part 2
Coordinating Unit	Psychology
Term	Semester 2
Level	Postgraduate Coursework
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	8
Contact	By supervision
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	N
Prerequisites	PSYCHOL 7102
Restrictions	Available to M Psych (Clin) students only
Assessment	Dissertation examined as per Academic Program Rule 3 of degree. Students must complete this course to fulfil requirements of research project

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Professor Rachel Roberts

Dr Michael Proeve

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.

Course Learning Outcomes

At the successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. To review and analyse critically research in a specific area of clinical psychology.
2. Acquire knowledge and competency in the design and completion of research studies in clinical psychology
3. Acquire and apply skills in critical analysis.

University Graduate Attributes

This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:

University Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised.	1-2
The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner.	1-2
An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems.	1-3
Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication.	1-2
A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies.	1-3
A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life.	3
A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community.	2-3
An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities.	1-3

Learning & Teaching Activities

Learning & Teaching Modes

No information currently available.

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

1) Literature Review (4000-5000 words)
2) Research Project Report (5000-8000 words)

These tasks should constitute approximately 6 months of full-time student work (or the equivalent).

Learning Activities Summary

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Specific Course Requirements

On the initial enrolment into the Master of Psychology (Clinical), all students (unless already a Registered Psychologist) MUST apply for and obtain provisional registration with the Psychology Board of Australia. All students are required to provide a copy of their registration details to the Program Administrator on their first day in the Program: this will be required for the Summer School courses Interviewing & Intervention and Evidence-Based Practice. The application form and details of fees payable are available from the PBA website: http://www.psychologyboard.gov.au/Forms.aspx.

Candidates are required to consent to a police check as part of their application to the Psychology Board of Australia for Provisional Registration, a requirement of enrolment in the program. A satisfactory current police check is a mandatory requirement for acceptance to and continuation within the program.

The University'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 Task                                           Assessment Type           Weighting              Learning outcome(s) being addressed
Literature Review (4000-5000 words)             Summative                    30%                     All
Research Project Report (5000-8000 words)    Summative                    70%                     All

Assessment Detail

The assessment tasks outlined below are used to assess the Learning Outcomes:
1) A critical review of the literature in an area of Clinical Psychology relevant to the Research Project (4000-5000 words) 2) A Research Report in an area of relevance to Clinical Psychology (5000-8000 words)The Research Report should be of a standard that is publishable in a peer-reviewed journal.

These two assessment tasks are examined by two independent examiners with suitable knowledge and expertise concerning the general topic of the research project.
For further information please refer to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) Program Handbook at the following link: http://health.adelaide.edu.au/psychology/students/resource/handbooksforms.html

Submission

In the case of an unsatisfactory performance in this subject the student will be given an opportunity to do further work to revise and complete the literature review and/or the research project to a satisfactory standard.

For further information please refer to the Master of Psychology (Clinical) Program Handbook at the following link: http://health.adelaide.edu.au/psychology/students/resource/handbooksforms.html

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

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 Access Adelaide.

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