psy3rpa research project in psychology a
RESEARCH PROJECT IN PSYCHOLOGY A
PSY3RPA
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Research Project in Psychology A is a capstone subject, the function of which is to develop entrepreneurial thinking. A topic exemplifying one of the School's research areas is the focus for these activities. Students gain experience in designing a research study, applying for ethics approval and acquiring funding to conduct the study. They develop team-work skills and skills in communicating using contemporary technologies. Relevant themes in psychology are covered, as well as ethical issues relevant to the conduct of scientific research. Practical experience with tasks contributing to assessment activities is provided in tutorials, and themes introduced in project group seminars are expanded in online self-guided learning activities. PSY3RPA addresses La Trobe's Innovation and Entrepreneurship Essential, which includes the capacity to apply theory, locate and synthesize knowledge resources, prioritize action and manage associated risks, as well as the ability to effectively communicate while collaboratively and creatively resolving complex social problems.
SchoolPsychology and Public Health (Pre 2022)
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorCarina Chan
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsNo
Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Must be admitted into one of the following course codes: SHP or SBPS or SBBS or BVBBSW or SBPSW or SZCYPS or SZPSOT or LWLBS or LWLPS or SBPSB or RBBS or LWLPY or LWLPYB or SHPYB or SHPYW or LZCPY or LZCPYB and must have passed [PSY1HPM and PSY2PRM] and three of the following subjects [PSY2ACH, PSY2DEV, PSY2COG or PSY2SOC]
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour directed reading per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Online learning materials equivalent to one 1-hour lecture per week
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 11 - 22
One 1.00 hour scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 2.00 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
This session will be run for all students on the Bundoora campus
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Literature Review (1,000-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO5 |
Online Quizzes (1,200-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Grant application (1,800-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Participation in tutorial and project group discussions (250-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Bendigo, 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour directed reading per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Online learning materials equivalent to one 1-hour lecture per week
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 11 - 22
One 1.00 hour scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 2.00 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
This session will be run for all students on the Bundoora campus
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Literature Review (1,000-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO5 |
Online Quizzes (1,200-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Grant application (1,800-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Participation in tutorial and project group discussions (250-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCarina Chan
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour directed reading per week on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Online learning materials equivalent to one 1-hour lecture per week
Scheduled Online ClassWeek: 11 - 22
One 1.00 hour scheduled online class per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via online.
TutorialWeek: 11 - 22
One 2.00 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
This session will be run for all students on the Bundoora campus
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Literature Review (1,000-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO5 |
Online Quizzes (1,200-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |
Grant application (1,800-words) | N/A | N/A | No | 35 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3 |
Participation in tutorial and project group discussions (250-words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6 |