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PSY3121

Research and project development

This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.

Credits 7.5
Level Second degree level
Language of instruction English
Location Trondheim
Examination arrangement Assignment

About

About the course

Course content

The course is a theoretical and practical course in psychological research project development. The course focuses on critical reflection as well as sound and responsible research choices, for a specific research project as well as for the broader research community.

Learning outcome

Knowledge: After completing the course, a student will have acquired knowledge of, and the rational for, principles for developing and translating a research design into a research project. This includes critically evaluating research by others and self-critique inthe development of a research project.

Skills: A student will have acquired an ability to plan a research project based on reflection and sound choices within psychological research (e.g., pre-registration, ethical considerations).

General competence: A student will have established a foundation for independent analytical thinking and critical reflection for research within psychology, applicable both for understanding and producing research with a foundation in Psychology.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures/seminar, groupwork, supervision.

Compulsory assignments

  • 80% mandatory attendence
  • Assignment

Further on evaluation

Attendance and participation. An approved document with pre-registration for a research project.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Psychology (MPSY)

Subject areas

  • Psychology

Contact information

Course coordinator

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Psychology

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Assignment
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025

Assignment
Weighting 100/100 Date Submission 2025-11-26 Time Submission 14:00 Exam system Inspera Assessment

Ordinary examination - Spring 2026

Assignment
Weighting 100/100 Exam system Inspera Assessment