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Location: Hobart, Launceston

Introduction

This unit (concurrently with KHA458) involves developing, conducting, and reporting a substantial independent study of a psychological nature. There are three major components to the research project. First, under the guidance of your supervisor, you will review the relevant research literature, develop a research question, design a study, and prepare a written research proposal. This written proposal is distributed to two assessors, who will provide written feedback. You will also present a version of your proposal in a seminar to staff and other Honours students. This process is the mechanism for gaining School approval for your project, and an important step in gaining ethical approval. Second, once you have ethical approval, you will conduct a piece of research and analyse and interpret your data. Then you will present the results of your research as part of the Honours Results Day. Finally, you will submit a 7,000 word written thesis.

Summary

Unit name Research Project A
Unit code KHA457
Credit points 25
College/School Health
School of Psychological Sciences
Discipline Psychology
Coordinator Doctor Allison Matthews
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Honours

Availability

Location Study period Attendance options Available to
Hobart Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
Launceston Semester 1 This unit is available through on-campus delivery Available to International Students Available to Domestic Students
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  • This unit is available through off-campus delivery Off-Campus
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Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Semester 1 23/02/2026 17/03/2026 20/04/2026 14/06/2026

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Learning Outcomes

  • Source, critically analyse, and synthesise scientific literature.
  • Design research methodology to test research questions.
  • Evaluate ethical implications in the design of research.
  • Communicate to a scientific audience in a variety of formats.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
090701 $4,349.00 $2,041.00 $2,384.00 $5,944.00
  • Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
  • HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
  • FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4

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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Prerequisites

Admission into M4Y.

Concurrent Prerequisites

KHA451 Research Design & Ethics

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Approx 2hrs weekly - Participate in the research proposal workshop. Attend regular supervision with research supervisor. Attend School research seminars. Other contact hours to be advised by Unit Coordinator.

AssessmentProposal presentation|Research Proposal
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Textbooks

Required

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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