Literature Review (PSYC90003)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 6.25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Principal Coordinator: A/Prof Isabel Krug
isabel.krug@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject is intended as part of a student's preparation for writing their postgraduate psychology thesis by ensuring that they have an extensive knowledge of the contemporary literature in that area along with an understanding of the methodology underlying relevant research. This review of the literature will enable them to determine a pertinent research question by identifying a gap in the literature. Students will conduct their own research projects as outlined in PSYC90095 Thesis (Masters/coursework) Part 1 / PSYC90096 Thesis (Masters/coursework) Part 2.
Intended learning outcomes
Knowledge
On completion of this subject, students should:
- Acquire a familiarity with the contemporary research literature relating to their thesis topic.
Skills
On completion of this subject students should be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate the existing literature relevant to their research project.
Application of Knowledge and Skills
On completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Expertly synthesise, interpret and integrate research findings from multiple sources.
Generic skills
Students will develop their own skills in critically evaluating scientific literature. They will refine their writing skills, and enhance their skills in developing a written argument.
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into one of the following:
- Admission into or selection of one of the following:
- 527CL Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)
- 080CL Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology)/Doctor of Philosophy
- 527CN Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)
- 080CN Master of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology)/Doctor of Philosophy
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Recommended background knowledge
Completion of APAC approved psychology studies to fourth-year (Honours) level.
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Prepare outline of literature review
| Week 6 | 0% |
Prepare literature review.
| During the assessment period | 0% |
Last updated: 4 March 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Isabel Krug Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Total time commitment 85 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 27 June 2025 Semester 1 contact information
Principal Coordinator: A/Prof Isabel Krug
isabel.krug@unimelb.edu.au
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Further information
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Last updated: 4 March 2025