Evidence Based Practice (Psychology)

Teaching

As a master's by research this programme takes a heutagogical approach which sees learners as being co-producers of knowledge rather than receivers of dispensed ideas. The course is structured to provide learners with the ability to undertake supervised, self-directed research in any form which suits their chosen discipline. The emphasis will be on empirically driven research but the required tools to undertake theoretical research will also be covered.

With 120 credits being the research element of the course, the most important aspect of the learning approach is that of close supervision from academics. Each learner will be assigned to an expert in their chosen field and will have the ability to submit formative versions of all research writing throughout their research period.

Learners will be encouraged to take part in relevant post graduate enrichment programmes. Throughout the programme, students will have access to academic support and supervision from the delivery team as well as the wider University’s services, such as the library, digital and wellbeing support amongst others. Where relevant, students will be signposted to industry-specific continuing personal development opportunities throughout the course of their research.

The digital learning environment will have different sections with readings and supporting materials which are relevant to the different subject areas. There will also be discipline specific tutor sessions, during the taught elements, in order to provide students with the subject specific support they need. This will be followed up by subject specific research supervision undertaken throughout the research period of the course.

Learning support

Your course tutors will provide lots of support. But you can also take advantage of our Academic Skills team, who can help you with:

• Study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills)
• Written English (including punctuation, grammar)
• Academic writing (including how to reference)
• Research skills
• Critical thinking
• Revision, assessment and exam skills (including time management)

Additional support

If you have additional needs like dyslexia or a sensory impairment, then our Student Inclusion Services are here to help make sure nothing stands in your way.

Teaching

As a master's by research this programme takes a heutagogical approach which sees learners as being co-producers of knowledge rather than receivers of dispensed ideas. The course is structured to provide learners with the ability to undertake supervised, self-directed research in any form which suits their chosen discipline. The emphasis will be on empirically driven research but the required tools to undertake theoretical research will also be covered.

With 120 credits being the research element of the course, the most important aspect of the learning approach is that of close supervision from academics. Each learner will be assigned to an expert in their chosen field and will have the ability to submit formative versions of all research writing throughout their research period.

Learners will be encouraged to take part in relevant post graduate enrichment programmes. Throughout the programme, students will have access to academic support and supervision from the delivery team as well as the wider University’s services, such as the library, digital and wellbeing support amongst others. Where relevant, students will be signposted to industry-specific continuing personal development opportunities throughout the course of their research.

The digital learning environment will have different sections with readings and supporting materials which are relevant to the different subject areas. There will also be discipline specific tutor sessions, during the taught elements, in order to provide students with the subject specific support they need. This will be followed up by subject specific research supervision undertaken throughout the research period of the course.

Learning support

Your course tutors will provide lots of support. But you can also take advantage of our Academic Skills team, who can help you with:

• Study skills (including reading, note-taking and presentation skills)
• Written English (including punctuation, grammar)
• Academic writing (including how to reference)
• Research skills
• Critical thinking
• Revision, assessment and exam skills (including time management)

Additional support

If you have additional needs like dyslexia or a sensory impairment, then our Student Inclusion Services are here to help make sure nothing stands in your way.