PSY496 Research Activity
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Psychology
Pinar Unal Aydin
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The Research activity course should allow each student to broaden his/her knowledge about a particular, self-selected topic related to a community or global issue. The research topic should be one that is broad enough to allow the student access to enough information, yet narrow enough to make the research scope reasonable. The research topic should be also one that is academically and creatively challenging to the student. During the preparation phase the student formulates a research goal and question (based on literature review), writes a research proposal, implements small scale study and presents a progress report and final report.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Materials provided in class
Additional Literature
Research Methods in Psychology, John J. Shaughnessy, McGraw-Hill, 2012, ISBN: 978-0-07-803518-0.Teaching Methods
Class discussions in line with literature
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
During semester students will be evaluated through their continuous work
Students will have to collect data, submit work plan, progress report and final report, all the delivery will be held face to face in class
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introductory lecture, syllabus presentation, course presentation | in class discussion and presentations |
| 2 | Critical thinking and instrument selection activities | in class discussion and presentations |
| 3 | Literature review ( article presentations) | in class discussion and presentations |
| 4 | Literature review ( article presentations) | in class discussion and presentations |
| 5 | Literature review ( article presentations) | in class discussion and presentations |
| 6 | Literature review ( article presentations) | in class discussion and presentations |
| 7 | Methodology and Project Proposal Form Submission | in class discussion and presentations |
| 8 | Methodology and Project Proposal Form Submission | in class discussion and presentations |
| 9 | Ethics Committee submission | in class discussion and presentations |
| 10 | Sampling | in class discussion and presentations |
| 11 | Sampling | in class discussion and presentations |
| 12 | Data analysis/Results analysis | in class discussion and presentations |
| 13 | Findings presentations | in class discussion and presentations |
| 14 | Last week of final report submission | in class discussion and presentations |
| 15 | Submission for the Poster&Oral presentations at the international congress' | in class discussion and presentations |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PSY496.1 | Course | Wednesday 09:00 - 11:50 | A F2.13 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 - 11:15 | B F2.7C | |
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 11:00 | B F2.7C | |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 11:15 | B F2.7C |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Activity / Assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Project Proposal
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
14 hours ⏳ (14 week × 1 h)
Assignments
20 hours ⏳ (10 week × 2 h)
Active Tutorials
13 hours ⏳ (13 week × 1 h)
Home Study
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
In-term Exam Study
24 hours ⏳ (2 week × 12 h)
Final Exam Study
16 hours ⏳ (4 week × 4 h)
Workplan
21 hours ⏳ (3 week × 7 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [PSY496] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| PSY496 | Research Activity | 2 | 1 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | Junior Standing | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Pinar Unal Aydin | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Monday: 9:30-11:15 Tuesday: 9:30-11:00 Thursday: 9:30-11:15 |
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| paydin@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The Research activity course should allow each student to broaden his/her knowledge about a particular, self-selected topic related to a community or global issue. The research topic should be one that is broad enough to allow the student access to enough information, yet narrow enough to make the research scope reasonable. The research topic should be also one that is academically and creatively challenging to the student. During the preparation phase the student formulates a research goal and question (based on literature review), writes a research proposal, implements small scale study and presents a progress report and final report. |
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| Textbook | Materials provided in class | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Class discussions in line with literature. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. During semester students will be evaluated through their continuous work. Students will have to collect data, submit work plan, progress report and final report, all the delivery will be held face to face in class . | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introductory lecture, syllabus presentation, course presentation | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Critical thinking and instrument selection activities | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Literature review ( article presentations) | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Literature review ( article presentations) | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Literature review ( article presentations) | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Literature review ( article presentations) | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Methodology and Project Proposal Form Submission | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Methodology and Project Proposal Form Submission | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Ethics Committee submission | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Sampling | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Sampling | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Data analysis/Results analysis | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Findings presentations | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Last week of final report submission | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Submission for the Poster&Oral presentations at the international congress' | in class discussion and presentations | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 30 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Activity / Assignments | 1 | 49 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| Project Proposal | 1 | 21 | 1,2,3,4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 1 | 14 | 14 | Assignments | 2 | 10 | 20 | |||
| Active Tutorials | 1 | 13 | 13 | Home Study | 3 | 14 | 42 | |||
| In-term Exam Study | 12 | 2 | 24 | Final Exam Study | 4 | 4 | 16 | |||
| Workplan | 7 | 3 | 21 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 25/02/2026 | |||||||||