Universität Wien

200202 PR Research-Oriented Internship (2023W)

6.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 20 - Psychologie
Continuous assessment of course work

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 25 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

IMPORTANT: This seminar starts on the 11th of October *** please everyone attend on that day in Hörsaal A, as we will discuss the term and schedule***

  • Wednesday 11.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 18.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 25.10. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 08.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 15.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 22.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 29.11. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 06.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 13.12. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 10.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 17.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 24.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606
  • Wednesday 31.01. 15:00 - 16:30 Hörsaal A Psychologie, NIG 6.Stock A0606

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The aim of this course is to give you direct experience and skills, at beginner’s level, in conducting and reporting empirical research, from a specific research question related to existing literature to preregistering a study approach, collecting and analysing data statistically and finally communicating and reporting results according to psychological standards, including critical evaluation.
The seminar is set within the context of social and environmental psychology, specifically observable prosocial and pro-environmental behaviour. We will focus on field observations as the method of choice and conduct a study together, probably set on the campus of the old AKH. The basic question is “how often do bystanders intervene if someone leaves an item on a bench”? Additional questions may include: What is the role of distance between bystander and bench, of speed of walking, of the nature of the item etc. These details will be confirmed in the seminar.
Content will include taught elements and group work, reading of key papers, in-class discussion, joint study design and operationalisation, data collection and analysis and presentation of the progress and results. The course is designed to make students familiar with research in practice, acquire practical skills and competencies for psychological research activities in the field.

Assessment and permitted materials

Active participation in class discussions, team work/study design, execution and other small tasks (20%). A team presentation (20%), and an individual report on the results (60%).

A pass (genügend) is the minimum requirement for progression. In-person participation in the meetings is required; only two classes maximum may be missed.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

A pass (genügend) is the minimum requirement for progression. In-person participation in the meetings is required; only two classes maximum may be missed.

Examination topics

Literature relevant to the seminar.

Reading list

A list of suggested reading will be provided in the seminar.

The seminar is associated with the Environmental Psychology Group, see https://env-psy.univie.ac.at/.

If you’re interested in just browsing some relevant literature in Environmental Psychology, feel free to take a look at the two key journals, namely the Journal of Environmental Psychology (https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/journal-of-environmental-psychology) and Environment & Behavior (https://journals.sagepub.com/loi/EAB)

Association in the course directory

Last modified: Tu 19.09.2023 13:27