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Chapter 1 - The Curriculum
Colloquia
The weekly colloquia focus in depth on one of a wide range of topics, with issues
transcending the courses and even the specializations. Students will attend colloquia
offered by all specialization in order to fostering interdisciplinary knowledge and
interaction among students of different specializations and interests. Course credits
(5 credits in total) are assigned (pass/fail) at the end of the first year on the basis of
attendance, and on the writing of a research proposal and a peer review.
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Skills trainings
Skill trainings provide the necessary hands-on experience for research in experimental
and applied settings. For Neuropsychology and Psychopathology tracks, training in
basic clinical skills is also part of the programme. Each training extends over 4 or 8
weeks, depending on the topic. Some skill trainings will be given to students of multiple
specializations. Course credits (1 to 2 credits per training) will be assigned on the basis of
attendance and practical exercises.
Workshops
Methodological and technical workshops provide both the necessary basis for conducting
the Master’s thesis research and advanced skills for a future scientific career. The teaching
format varies depending on the topic of the workshop. Many emphasize hands-on
experience and practical aspects. Some workshops are mandatory for all specializations,
some are shared by two tracks, and some are track-specific. Course credits (1 to 2 credits
per workshop) are assigned on the basis of attendance and either exams or practical
exercises.
Research internship and Master’s thesis
In year 2, from week 9 onwards, students spend most of their time on the preparation
and execution of their research project and their Master’s thesis. Students from all three
specializations conduct their own research project and thereafter report it in the form
of a Master’s thesis. Course credits will be assigned on the basis of both the research
conducted as well as the thesis. The final grade is based on the thesis. For students who
do not complete a clinical internship and Minor’s thesis (see below), the Master’s research
and thesis will be assigned 50 credits.
For practical information about organising international research internships, contact the
International Office, Phone (043) 38 81920, 40 Universiteitssingel East, Room 5.749,
E-mail: international@psychology.unimaas.nl.