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The participants are able to systematically apply techniques of scientific work to a psychological research question. They have successfully completed a research cycle. Starting from a predefined range of topics, they have developed a research question by means of self-reliant and systematic study of the literature. They have developed appropriate hypotheses and planned a suitable study for their investigation. They conducted and evaluated the study. The results and their implications were documented in the Bachelor’s thesis.

The participants work individually or in dyads on a topic of current, applied psychological research. The given topics are from the fields of work and health. A precise research question is to be worked out from the chosen topic and a suitable study design is to be selected for its investigation. Subsequently (in the consecutive course), the participants will conduct and evaluate their study, document the process, and present their results. During all phases of the research process, the lecturer is available for individual advice and support. The fixed weekly classes may be suspended during the semester in favor of more flexible and individual supervision. Participants are expected to collaborate in a constant and self-responsible manner. In the course of the Research Seminar I, emphasis is put on literature study, finding a research question and planning a study.

Oral presentations by the lecturer, quantitative and qualitative research methods, writing assignments, discussions and oral presentations by the participants, group and/or individual meetings

Examinations using continuous assessment based on regular written and/or oral contributions from the participants

will be specified during the course