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PSYG8003 – Psychology Masters Research Project 1
2022 – Session 1, In person-scheduled-infrequent, North Ryde
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Maria Kangas
Mark Wiggins
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
Admission to Master of Clinical Psychology, Master of Clinical Neuropsychology, or Master of Organisational Psychology
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit involves the preparation of a critical literature review as planned under the direction of a research supervisor. The critical review is expected to contribute to either a: program or service evaluation study; study based on an experimental single case design; pilot study and grant application; systematic review or meta-analysis; qualitative or quantitative study using primary or secondary data analyses; or a capstone experience in which a question is posed, and evidence is gathered to answer that question. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Source literature pertaining to a specific research topic that contributes to the discipline.
- ULO2: Undertake a critical review of the literature pertaining to a specific topic that contributes to the discipline.
- ULO3: Present the outcomes of a critical review of the literature pertaining to a specific topic that contributes to the literature.
General Assessment Information
Please see links to the Assessment Policy and the Special Consideration Policy in the Policies and Procedures section of this Unit Guide.
Late submissions
Ordinarily, no extensions of time for submission of the assessment task will be granted. If students experience unexpected, unavoidable, and serious circumstances affecting submission of assessable work they may lodge an application for Special Consideration via ask.mq.edu.au with supporting documentary evidence. Please note that special consideration must be made no later than the University-specified number of working days after the due date of the assessment task (see ask.mq.edu.au for details). Where special consideration has not been granted, late submissions will not be accepted.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical Review | 100% | Yes | Week 13 |
Critical Review
Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 74 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 100%
This is a hurdle assessment task (see assessment policy for more information on hurdle assessment tasks)
Students will submit a critical review of the literature pertaining to a specific topic that contributes to either a: program or service evaluation study; study based on an experimental single case design; pilot study and grant application; systematic review or meta-analysis; qualitative or quantitative study using primary or secondary data analyses; or a capstone experience in which a question is posed, and evidence is gathered to answer that question.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Source literature pertaining to a specific research topic that contributes to the discipline.
- Undertake a critical review of the literature pertaining to a specific topic that contributes to the discipline.
- Present the outcomes of a critical review of the literature pertaining to a specific topic that contributes to the literature.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
There are no scheduled classes for this unit.
Pertinent information will be communited to students via the ilearn unit page from Week 1 of Session.
Students are expected to be in regular contact with their research supervisor throughout the Session. Contact may include face to face meetings, emails and teleconferencing (e.g., Zoom). Students are encouraged to carefully consider and discuss draft review timelines with their research supervisor well before the due date.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Assessment Procedure
- Complaints Resolution Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Academic Integrity
At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.
Student Support
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The Writing Centre
The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
- Workshops
- Chat with a WriteWISE peer writing leader
- Access StudyWISE
- Upload an assignment to Studiosity
- Complete the Academic Integrity Module
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
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- IT Support
- Accessibility and disability support with study
- Mental health support
- Safety support to respond to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and sexual assault
- Social support including information about finances, tenancy and legal issues
Student Enquiries
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IT Help
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Unit information based on version 2022.02 of the Handbook