PY6403 - Clinical Psychology Masters Research Thesis Part 2 of 2

This is the third of three research subjects within the Masters of Psychology (Clinical) program, and is the second of the two-subject thesis chain with PY6402. Across the subject chain, students will apply their knowledge and skills in synthesising and evaluating literature, and ethically collecting and analysing data, to execute a research project. Students will use this information to compose a research thesis that expertly interprets information and provides accurate conclusions to a complex theoretical or professional practice issue in clinical psychology.

Learning Outcomes

• systematically synthesise and critically evaluate evidence-based literature;
• apply mastery knowledge of research principles, methods, and ethics to execute a substantial piece of research that addresses a complex theoretical or professional practice issue in clinical psychology, with independence;
• expertly communicate research findings using advanced written, presentation, and oral communication skills.

Subject Assessment

• Oral > Presentation 1 - (%) - Individual
• Participation > Class participation - (%) - Individual
• Written > Thesis/dissertation
• Written > Project plan - (%) - Individual.

Special Assessment Requirements

Pass requirements: pass every assessment item; participate in mini-conference. The thesis will be examined by at least two examiners, one of which is external to JCU. The thesis must incorporate a critical review of the literature, and may take many forms including: an empirical research project; an experimental single case design study; a systematic review; program or service evaluation.

Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.