PSYS2101 Master's Thesis Research Project Work (5 cr)

The project work includes tasks related to the collection and processing of material, for which the student receives guidance. These tasks vary depending on the nature of the research, including, for example, further processing of raw data from e-survey materials, converting audio tape or video interviews into text format, i.e. transcribing, organizing, recoding or classifying quantitative/qualitative research material, collecting behavioral response data (for example, computer tests) or performing psychophysiological measurements or brain activity measurements under the guidance of the research team.

After completing the course, the student recognizes the main features related to different phases of research phases that included the collection, preparation and storage of data in relation to at least one data format.

The course is intended only for those taking the PSYS2100 Master's thesis course. The project work can be closely related to the collection or processing of material for one's own thesis, or if the student has ready-made material, the project work can be related to material from another research group or project in the department. The working language of the course can also be English.

Bachelor's degree in psychology or other similar studies, including research methods and the basics of writing a dissertation.