Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Analyse a situation (individually or collectively) in reference to theories and methodological approaches within psychology.
• Master and appropriately mobilise knowledge and methodological approaches to understand and explain the normal/atypical/pathological functioning of individuals, groups or organisations.
• Analyse and model a situation (individually or collectively) by critically selecting theories and methodological approaches.
• Justifiably choose an intervention and implement and evaluate it.
• Critically analyse the extent and limitations of different types of intervention.
• Develop a plan of intervention or management in a rigorous and justified manner, taking into account all relevant factors (including underlying issues and associated risks).
• Communicate and exchange information in a structured and adapted way to the intended purpose and relevant public.
• Present and structure data in a clear, precise, neutral, and non-oriented way.
• Present research results (orally and in writing).
• Work effectively with different actors as part of a team or a network of professionals.
• Identify professional networks, interact and collaborate with them, and research external expertise if necessary.
• Act ethically and professionally.
• Act in compliance with specific legislative frameworks and the code of conduct of Belgian psychologists.
• Assess and pursue professional and personal development.
• Monitor knowledge and methodological approaches in order to evolve their thinking and practice.
• Master scientific research methods in psychology.
• Master the different steps to carry out research in psychology.
• Appropriately apply different methods of scientific approaches.
• Construct a reference framework, formulate questions or hypotheses from the analysis of scientific literature.

Learning Outcomes of UE

At the end of this course, the student will be able to design a scientific research project that will take shape in the framework of his or her thesis. They will be able to identify a research question related to a given theme, to consult and synthesize the scientific literature related to the question, and to propose a methodology that will allow them to test their research hypotheses against the facts.

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

1. Participation in information sessions on dissertation topics organized by the various faculty departments. 2. Selection of 5 dissertation topics and drafting of a cover letter. 3. Validation of the various compulsory activities organized as part of the AA "Séminaire d’accompagnement au mémoire". 4. Research and analysis of scientific literature related to the dissertation topic. 5. Preparation of dissertation project.

Prior Experience

The dissertation project is an integrative work through which the student will show that he/she is able to mobilize most of the knowledge and skills acquired throughout his/her curriculum.