Adv Research Methods in Cog Neuroscience (980C8)
Advanced Research Methods in Cognitive Neuroscience
Module 980C8
Module details for 2023/24.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
This module will allow students to develop their theoretical understanding and practical abilities in applying advanced research methods from cognitive neuroscience. Students will gain experience with a range of techniques (such as EEG/ECG or eye-tracking), exploring their strengths and limitations and how they may be used to address novel research questions (or existing challenges) within the field of cognitive neuroscience.
Full Module Description
This module will allow students to develop their theoretical understanding and practical abilities in applying advanced research methods from cognitive neuroscience. Students will gain experience with a range of techniques (such as EEG/ECG or eye-tracking), exploring their strengths and limitations and how they may be used to address novel research questions (or existing challenges) within the field of cognitive neuroscience.
Module learning outcomes
Utilise a range of advanced research methods relevant to cognitive neuroscience to address novel research questions
Critically evaluate the use of advanced research methodsin the area of cognitive neuroscience
Communicate thedesign,findings and results of advanced research methods in the area of cognitive neuroscience.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | T2 Week 5 | 30.00% |
| Report | T2 Week 8 | 34.00% |
| Report | T2 Week 11 | 36.00% |
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 | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Alison Pike
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Dr Ediz Sohoglu
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Dr Reny Baykova
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