Examining Research (psychology and applied social sciences)

On completion of this unit you should be able to: 

1 Use knowledge and understanding of academic and ethical conventions and the research process to review published research 

2 Demonstrate the ability to use knowledge of the research process to evaluate the way in which research has been designed and the conclusions that have been reached.

1.To identify basic issues and concepts within the study of psychology and sociology
2.To promote your understanding of how different social practices and institutions impact on human behaviour and different groups within society
3.To develop your confidence in the practice of academic learning and the skills required for academic study