Psychology students’ research studies: ongoing research
In Year 3, Psychology students undertake an independent academic research study, across two University of London modules.
How do the research studies work?
The first step of the research study is for students to complete the initial module, PL3030 Research Project 1: Foundation. From September to January, they dedicate themselves to researching and designing their independent research projects, adhering meticulously to practical and professional requirements as well as ethical standards. They should also secure approval from the UoL-KCL Research Ethics Committee. After that, their journey continues with PL3035 Research Project 2: Consolidation, which commences in February. During this phase, students utilise the methods and materials previously approved to collect data. Subsequently, they analyse and present their findings in the form of an original written report.
Discover our students’ research projects
Hedda Kårstad
Kristina Ivasyk
This project is about investigating whether the use of AI has an effect on the working memory of students enrolled in higher education. The study consists of a short questionnaire and a working memory task; it should take no longer than 15-20 minutes to complete. The study is fully online and fully anonymised. Eligibility criteria are as follows:
- 18 years of age or older
- Enrolled in a higher education institution
- Fluent English speaker
- No diagnosis of learning disability or individualised education plan
Access to an electronic device and internet connection are required.
If you choose to participate, you will be provided with more details about the purpose of the project, data handling, etc. If you have any questions beforehand, please feel free to contact [email protected] for further information. Lear more here.
Saskia Carr-Allinson
This study explores how gynecologists experience and navigate contraception consultations when patients reference information from social media. It is conducted as part of Saskia’s undergraduate degree. The study is seeking licensed gynecologists practicing in Germany to take part in a 45–60 minute online interview via Google Meet.
For further information you can contact the research team here: [email protected]
Julia Wagner
The purpose of the project is to investigate the relationship between people’s sleep patterns and their understanding of emotions, both their own and other people’s emotions. Much previous research has focused on the association between sleep and emotions more generally, so this study aims to help clarify how precisely one’s sleep patterns and understanding of one’s own and other people’s emotions may be interrelated.
Participation takes around 10-15 minutes and involves answering a set of questions about one’s sleep and emotions, as well as completing a multiple choice task about emotional understanding.
Eligible for participation are healthy adults (age 18 or above) who:
– are fluent in English
– have access to a technical device with internet connection
– do not have a diagnosis of a sleep disorder, neurodevelopmental disorder or psychiatric disorder
Thr email for participants to contact the researcher about the project is: [email protected] and the link to the study is here.
