Postgraduate Course: Postgraduate Dissertation in History & Theory of Psychology (PSYL11046)
Course Outline
| School | School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences |
College | College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type | Dissertation |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 60 |
| Home subject area | Psychology |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | A research based dissertation of c 15,000 words, on a topic chosen in consultation with the student's supervisor. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Course Delivery Information
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| Delivery period: 2012/13 Full Year, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
| Knowledge and application of research methods in the History & Theory of Psychology. An in-depth understanding of a particular topic in the History & Theory of Psychology. |
Assessment Information
The dissertation will report a piece of empirical research, and should normally be closely modelled on a journal article from the relevant area.
The recommended word limit for the dissertation is between 8,000 and 10,000 words. For certain projects, it may be necessary for students to write a slightly longer dissertation, and you should consult your supervisor if you feel that this may apply to you. Dissertations longer that 15,000 words will not be considered. |
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Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Peter Lamont
Tel: (0131 6)50 3372
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Course secretary | Miss Toni Noble
Tel: (0131 6)51 3188
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