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Participants are able to systematically work on a psychological research question. They have successfully completed a research project. Starting with a range of predetermined topics, they have developed a research question, based on a systematic study of the literature. They have specified appropriate hypotheses and a suitable study design. Further, they have carried out the study and have evaluated outcomes of their research. Results and implications are documented in the Bachelor’s thesis.

Participants conduct research on contemporary issues in work and organizational psychology. This includes choosing an appropriate topic, working out a precise research question, and elaborating  on a suitable study design. Subsequently (in the consecutive course), the participants will carry out and evaluate their study, document their research activities, and present their results. During all phases of the research process, the lecturer will provide individual advice, feedback and support. The weekly classes will be partly 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, an emphasis is put on literature study, finding a research question, and planning the study.

Presentation of research topics by the lecturer, writing assignments with individual feedback, presentations of study exposés, group and/or individual meetings

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

shall be specified for individual research topics during the course