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Core Module Information
Module title: Advanced Research Skills
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: PSY11102
Module leader: Judith Okely
School School of Applied Sciences
Subject area group: Psychology
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module introduces you to advanced research skills in psychology and the social sciences. The content of this module covers three related areas:1) Quantitative research, including applying multivariate statistical analysis techniques using appropriate software (e.g. principal components analysis, SEM, cluster analysis)2) Qualitative research, including methods for collecting and analysing qualitative data (e.g. interviewing, focus groups, documentary analysis etc.).3) Research ethicsYou will have the opportunity to explore these topics across a variety of research examples from criminology and forensic psychology.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically reflect on theories underpinning research design.

LO2: Evaluate and apply the use of multivariate quantitative research methods.

LO3: Evaluate and apply the use of qualitative research methods.

LO4: Critically engage with ethical issues in research.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2026/7, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: SIGHTHILL
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Judith Okely
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online GROUPIND_STUDY 12 Writing and presenting a group presentation discussing relevant ethical issues
Face To Face Seminar 22 Our weekly seminars will be lecturer-facilitated but will allow you to explore and apply statistical theories and ideas to existing data sets.
Online Guided independent study 166 Each week reading materials and resources will be issued on Moodle (these will also be shared via the Module leganto list at the beginning of the module should you wish more time to engage with the materials). You are expected to read and reflect on the essential reading material which can be discussed during the seminar sessions.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Class Test 35 1~3 Week 7 HOURS= 2 hours This test will assess your qualitative research skills (week 7, 35% module weighting)
Class Test 35 1~2 Week 12 HOURS= 2 hours This test will assess your quantitative research skills (week 12, 35% module weighting)
Oral Presentation 30 4 Week 10 HOURS= 15 mins This short group presentation (week 10, 30% module weighting) is based on a relevant ethical issue, chosen by the group. 90% of your mark will be based on the presentation, with the remaining 10% awarded through peer review reflecting your contribution to the group work.
Component 1 subtotal: 70
Component 2 subtotal: 30
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
PSY11102 Advanced Research Skills
 

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