Psychology pathway - MA course structure
The MA Social Science Research consists of a total of 180 credits. Students are required to undertake a number of core and optional modules provided by the DTP and the Psychology Department.
DTP core modules
Students are required to undertake all DTP core modules.
Module Code |
Module name |
Credits |
Term |
IM926 |
20 |
Term 1 Monday, 13.00-15.00 |
|
IM924 |
20 |
Term 2 Tuesday, 10.00-12.00 |
|
IM925 |
20 |
Term 2 Wednesday, 9.00-12.00 |
Core optional modules
Students are required to undertake one quantitative module from the options below:
Module code |
Module name |
Credits |
Term |
PO91Q |
Fundamentals in Quantitative Research Methods
|
20 |
Term 1 Monday, 9.00-10.00 Seminars - Monday 10.00-12.00, or Tuesday 12.00-14.00, or Wednesday 11.00-13.00 |
SO916 |
Quantitative Methods in Social Science ResearchLink opens in a new window |
20 |
Term 2 Friday, 10.00–12.00 and 13.00–15.00 |
PS907 |
Advanced Qualitative and Quantitative AnalysisLink opens in a new window |
15 |
Term 1 Thursday 13.00-16.00 |
Psychology pathway core modules
Students are required to undertake all Psychology core modules
Module code |
Module name |
Credits |
Term |
PS929 |
60 |
Term 3 (preparation sessions may take place in Terms 1 & 2) | |
PS906 |
10 |
Term 1 Wednesday 10.00 - 12.00 |
|
PS903 |
Communication, Dissemination and Professional IssuesLink opens in a new window |
10 |
Term 2 Monday 10.00-12.00 |
Psychology pathway optional modules
Students will be required to study 20 or 25 credits from the following optional modules:
Module code |
Module name |
Credits |
PS904 |
10, 15 |
|
PS907 |
Advanced Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis (ESRC DTP Version) |
10, 15 |
PS918 |
Psychological Models of Choice (ERSC DTP version) This module requires a background in R. |
10, 15 |
PS919 |
Behavioural Science: Implications & Applications (ESRC DTP Version) |
10, 15 |
Alternative module options
Students may be permitted to study up to 20 credits of any modules available across the University, subject to the limitations set in the University Regulations & Module and Credit Framework, OR up to 20 credits of Advanced Training modulesLink opens in a new window offered across the 6 institutions in the Midlands Graduate School subject to availability and the approval by the Course Director. Please contact the ESRCdtp@warwick.ac.ukLink opens in a new window in the first instance.
Module selection
- Select the optional modules relevant to your training needs, in conjunction with your supervisor.
- Timetabling informationLink opens in a new window
- Ensure you have considered any module session clashes and the module weighting between Term 1 and Term 2. This includes considering the timing of assessments. Please note some modules have multiple assessments throughout the term.
- Inform esrcdtp@warwick.ac.uk of your module selection by 28 September. The ESRC DTP will confirm with the pathway department and input your choices onto the module registration system.