Research Project (Clinical) A1
Overview
The aim of the research program in the Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) course is to enhance students' awareness of the importance of a scientific research base for the practice of clinical psychology, to consolidate students' practical understanding of research methodology related to clinical psychology, and to teach appropriate research design and clinical analysis skills. Research Project (Clinical) A1 is the first of the four research units (A1, A2, B1, B2) in the course. The main aim of this unit is to develop a detailed research proposal which will allow a minor research thesis to be completed in the subsequent three research units.
Requisites
Equivalent
HAYC560 - Research Project Clinical A1
01-June-2025
02-November-2025
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Critically evaluate, summarise and present research literature on a topic relevant to clinical psychology
- Analyse research designs and articulate strengths and limitations of a design relevant to clinical research
- Communicate a research proposal in written format
- Work collaboratively with a supervisor and relevant research partners to design a research project
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
| Activity Type | Activity | Total Hours | Number of Weeks | Hours Per Week |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| On-campus | Class | 12 | 12 weeks | 1 |
| Specified Activities | Various | 4 | 2 weeks | 2 |
| Unspecified Activities | Independent Learning | 134 | 12 weeks | 11.17 |
| Total Hours: | 150 | Total Hours (per week): | 14.17 | |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Written Assignment | Individual | Pass/Fail | 1,2,3,4 |
| Written Assignment | Individual | Pass/Fail | 1 |
| Written Assignment | Individual | Pass/Fail | 1,2,3,4 |
Content
- Individual formulation of research questions/hypotheses
- Design of an appropriate empirical research project i.e., methodology and data analysis procedures used must be generally recognised within psychology as sound and appropriate for the research question
- Ethical issues in research with human participants
- Advanced research skills
- Logical and critical thinking skills
- Written communication skills
- Using the library and other information sources
Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.