Dulliau Asesu

Math o Asesiad

Manylion Asesiad

Cyfran
Asesiad Semester Written report​: (9000 words) 90%
Asesiad Semester ​Ethics Application Form​: (1000 words) 10%
Asesiad Ailsefyll Written Report: (9000 words) 90%
Asesiad Ailsefyll ​Ethics Application Form​: (1000 words) 10%

Canlyniadau Dysgu

Wedi cwblhau'r modiwl dylai'r myfyrwyr fedru:

  1. 1. Demonstrate an ability to design an original, counselling-related research study and formulate research hypotheses or questions, based on previous literature.
  2. 2. Critically assess the literature in the area and explore the implications of that literature for the study.
  3. 3. Demonstrate an awareness of ethical issues through the successful approval of the project proposal by the Department/Institute ethics committee, and in the conducting of the research, handling of data, and subsequent write-up and dissemination of results.
  4. 4. Identify, justify, and appropriately use and describe methods for data collection and analysis, and so that the study can be fully replicated.
  5. 5. Accurately and appropriately present the results, and critically evaluate the findings in relation to existing research.
  6. 6. Consider any limitations, implications and applications of research findings and how the study can be developed in future research.
  7. 7. Communicate the findings in a written report.
  8. 8. Document, maintain and be able to evidence an appropriate and rigorous record of the research process, from initial idea to write-up of the research.

Disgrifiad cryno

Students are expected to undertake the work necessary to design, plan, and run a study based on a suitable counselling-related research question with the help of a supervisor. The supervisor's role is to provide guidance to the student throughout the project, but students are encouraged to work as independently as possible. The amount of time spent on the project may vary according to the nature of the study, however students should expect to spend at least 400 hours working on their project.

Cynnwys

​There are limited taught components to the module focusing on the following:

The supervisory process and research ethics

Writing up your dissertation

Sgiliau Modiwl

Math o Sgiliau

Manylion Sgiliau
Cyfathrebu Students will understand the importance of information and clear communication and how to exploit these. They will know how to use the many sources of information available and how to use the most appropriate form of communication to the best advantage. They will learn to be clear and direct in their aims and objectives. They will learn to consider only that which is relevant to the topic and to focus on the objectives of their argument or discussion. Students will be expected to submit their work in word-processed format and the presentation of work should reflect effective expression of ideas and good use of language skills in order to ensure clarity, coherence and effective communication.
Datblygu personol a chynllunio gyrfa The entire module has direct relevance to personal development and career planning as there are number of key and transferable skills integral to the process of producing a project. These include: project development; team working; time management; communication skills; numerical and literacy skills; presentation skills.
Datrys Problemau Independent project work and problem solving will be one of the central goals of the module; the identification of a research topic with associated research hypotheses/questions will require the student to develop independent research skills as well as problem solving skills. The ability of students to solve problems will be developed and assessed by asking them to: adopt differing points of view; organize data and estimate an answer to the problem; consider case studies; reason logically; apply theoretical models; consider similar cases; look for patterns; divide issues into smaller problems. A final research report/thesis will ensure that an assessment of the student's ability to work alone can be undertaken.
Gwaith Tim Supervisors may choose to work with their students in groups, as appropriate, where students will be required to produce the necessary work and contribute to group discussions.
Gwella dysgu a pherfformiad ei hun The module aims to promote self-management as the project is the opportunity to demonstrate the students skills in managing their time within a specified number of weeks. Students will receive support from their supervisor but will be encouraged to work autonomously although it is anticipated that students will negotiate support from their peers and may work in teams for data collection. Students will be expected to improve their own learning and performance during the research process and to exercise their own initiative, including searching for sources, compiling reference lists, and deciding (under guidance) the direction of their project. The need to meet a project deadline will focus students' attention on the need to manage their time and opportunity resources well.
Rhifedd Depending on the nature of the project, students will be expected to demonstrate their understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics in the analysis of data and presentation of relevant statistical outcomes.
Sgiliau pwnc penodol The project is the culmination of student learning about psychology and counselling developed throughout the degree scheme. Students will be expected to demonstrate their understanding of key aspects and concepts of psychology and counselling. The subject specific skills will be developed throughout the module include: * Assessment of research methods in psychology and counselling. * Differentiation between quantitative and qualitative methods of inquiry and their appropriate use. * Demonstration of a familiarity with the techniques required for literature searches. * Appreciation of the nature of ethical research in the social sciences. * Conceptual understanding of the applied aspects of psychology to the domain of counselling.
Sgiliau ymchwil The submission of a project report/thesis will reflect the independent research skills of the student. The need to locate appropriate research resources and write up the results will also facilitate research skills. A final research project/thesis will ensure that an assessment of the student's ability to work alone can be undertaken.
Technoleg Gwybodaeth Students will be expected to submit their work in word-processed format. Also, students will be encouraged to search for sources of information on the web, as well as seeking sources through electronic information sources (such as Web of Science and Primo). Students will use a number of software packages during the course of the module including Excel, PowerPoint and SPSS for Windows. Students ability to use IT as a skill integral to the presentation of the project report will be assessed.

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