Advanced Research Methods for Occ Psych (103C8)
Advanced Research Methods for Occupational Psychology
Module 103C8
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
The aim of this module is to build on the research methods module taught in the Autumn term. By the end of the taught portion of this module, students should have the appropriate skills and capabilities to understand what is involved in collecting and analysing relevant data using high level qualitative and quantitative methods – for example advanced regression models, factor analysis, and advanced qualitative methods (e.g. IPA, ethnography). Students will not be expected to be able to undertake analysis in each of these areas, but will gain knowledge about the principles behind these, the ethical issues involved, and how to go about planning a research programme using at least one advanced method. Learning will primarily be in lab/workshop based activities and classwork.
Full Module Description
The aim of this module is to build on the research methods module taught in the Autumn term. By the end of the taught portion of this module, students should have the appropriate skills and capabilities to understand what is involved in collecting and analysing relevant data using high level qualitative and quantitative methods – for example SEM, meta-analysis, factor analysis, advanced qualitative methods (e.g. IPA, ethnography), using Big Data. Students will not be expected to be able to undertake analysis in each of these areas, but will gain knowledge about the principles behind these, the ethical issues involved, and how to go about planning a research programme using at least one advanced method. Learning will primarily be in lab/workshop based activities and classwork.
Module learning outcomes
Critically evaluate and understand the conditions that would facilitate or necessitate the implementation of an advanced quantitative research method, in order to further understanding in a topic associated with applied occupational psychology.
Apply relevant ethical, legal and professional practice frameworks (e.g. BPS, HCPC), and understand the importance of maintaining appropriate professional boundaries in undertaking advanced levels of research.
Communicate results and findings of advanced research effectively with relevant audiences in an appropriate way.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Problem Set | T2 Week 10 | 51.00% |
| Problem Set | T2 Week 5 | 49.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 3 hours | 11111111110 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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