Overview
New prescription: In collaboration with any staff member, a student may propose an individual course of study.
This postgraduate paper offers a unique opportunity for self-directed learning under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. Designed for students with a clear area of interest, it involves prior arrangement with an academic staff member who agrees to support your proposed topic. Together, you will co-design a tailored reading list and writing assessments that deepen your expertise in a shared area of interest. Ideal for motivated learners seeking a flexible, collaborative academic experience. By prior arrangement only.
About this paper
| Paper title | Advanced Theoretical Topic |
|---|---|
| Subject | Psychology |
| EFTS | 0.0833 |
| Points | 10 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1
(On campus)
Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $813.42 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- PSYC 475
- Eligibility
- Note: Entry into Psychology 400-level normally requires a major in Psychology, a B+ average or higher in Psychology 300-level papers, and a pass in PSYC 311 Quantitative Methods. We highly recommend that students have completed PSYC 310. Students from other universities must show evidence of an equivalent level of competence.
- Contact
- Teaching staff
By arrangement
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper. A reading list is normally developed between the student and supervising staff member.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will:
- Understand the evidence and arguments surrounding a specific issue or area in psychology
- Critically evaluate research on a specific issue or area in psychology
- Engage in direct discussion with their lecturer about research on a specific issue or area in psychology
- Find relevant material from library databases on a specific issue or area in psychology
Overview
New prescription: In collaboration with any staff member, a student may propose an individual course of study.
This postgraduate paper offers a unique opportunity for self-directed learning under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. Designed for students with a clear area of interest, it involves prior arrangement with an academic staff member who agrees to support your proposed topic. Together, you will co-design a tailored reading list and writing assessments that deepen your expertise in a shared area of interest.
Ideal for motivated learners seeking a flexible, collaborative academic experience. By prior arrangement only.
About this paper
| Paper title | Advanced Theoretical Topic |
|---|---|
| Subject | Psychology |
| EFTS | 0.0833 |
| Points | 10 points |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 1
(On campus)
Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Restriction
- PSYC 475
- Eligibility
Entry into Psychology 400-level normally requires a major in Psychology, a B+ average or higher in Psychology 300-level papers, and a pass in PSYC 311 Quantitative Methods. We highly recommend that students have completed PSYC 310.
Students from other universities must show evidence of an equivalent level of competence.
- Contact
Programme Co-ordinator: Professor Tamlin Conner
- Teaching staff
By arrangement.
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper. A reading list is normally developed between the student and supervising staff member.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Scholarship, Communication, Critical thinking, Information literacy, Research, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this paper will:
- Understand the evidence and arguments surrounding a specific issue or area in psychology.
- Critically evaluate research on a specific issue or area in psychology.
- Engage in direct discussion with their lecturer about research on a specific issue or area in psychology.
- Find relevant material from library databases on a specific issue or area in psychology.