Human and Social Studies - Psychology
The Honours programme in Organisational Psychology is the first year of postgraduate study in the field. It offers a comprehensive exploration of Organisational Psychology, with a focus on in-depth study and research methods training. The programme aims to provide students with the necessary skills for future employment in organisations, self-employment, or further academic pursuits at the Masters and Doctoral levels in Organisational Psychology or related fields.
Upon completion of the programme, students have the opportunity to become registered as psychometrists, subject to passing an examination administered by the professional Board for Psychology. This qualification opens up career opportunities in various settings where an understanding of human behaviour in the workplace is essential.
Overall, the Honours programme in Organisational Psychology equips students with advanced knowledge, research skills, and practical experience to succeed in the field and make meaningful contributions to the workplace and beyond.
The achievement of these outcomes is assessed in the integrated assessment of the programme. The learner's achievement of general programme outcomes is assessed through a range of formative and summative assessments throughout the course, and particularly in the capstone activity outlined under integrated assessment. Assessments include theoretical papers, practical reports, and research projects. Formative assessment includes the preparation of papers written under supervision. Summative assessments mainly take the form of the capstone literature review, research proposal, and project report.
Integrated assessment: The integrated assessment of an Organisational Psychology Honours graduate includes measurement of foundational, practical, and reflective competencies taught through the formative coursework components of the programme. The student is required to complete a series of exercises which integrate skills learned during the Honours year and to prepare those candidates who wish to continue to the master's level. In all assignments, performance will be assessed on the basis of the student's ability:
As the summative assessment of the programme, the student produces a research paper which demonstrates the capacity for independent thought and research, knowledge of the theoretical foundations of the subject, and of scholarly literature. The following components are integral parts of the production of the research paper:
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