PSYJ1300 Research Competence and Methodological Skills (1–5 cr)
Study level:
Postgraduate studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Faculty of Education and Psychology
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028
Description
- research methods (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods)
- other research competence (e.g., data management, grant writing)
- research ethics
- theory of science/philosophy of science
- open science
Learning outcomes
After completing the study unit, the student will
- understand methodological perspectives relevant to the field of research and master research methods that are relevant to their own research topic
- understand the nature of scientific knowledge and the general principles of scientific theory building
- be able to evaluate ethical aspects at all stages of research and act in accordance with the principles of responsible research conduct
- understand the principles of open science
Additional information
Teaching language(s) and learning language(s): Finnish, English or other language used in this scientific community
Modes of completion: available study modules/courses or independent studies agreed with the supervisor-in-charge
Assessment criteria: Assignments are assessed on the basis of how the doctoral student masters the contents of the study unit and achieves the learning outcomes of the study unit. A pass requires that the assignments are completed successfully. If there is contact teaching included, active participation in the class and successful completion of any other assignments indicated in the teaching is also required.Completion methods
Method 1
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Parts of the completion methods
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Participation in teaching (1–5 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English, Finnish