SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY
BSc (Hons) Psychological Studies
INDUCTION STAGE 4
Induction: 21-25 September 2015
Please print this and bring it with you to your induction. It’s a good idea to:
 read it before you arrive.
 follow any links and check instructions
 bring with you any documents, photos, etc where these are specified.
Some documents may need to be returned to the University before you arrive.
New students: upload a photograph
If you have not already done so, please upload a photograph of yourself using the e@pplicant page
following the online instructions. This photo will appear on your University Card, which is issued to
you when you attend the University Card Collection session this week. Without this photo, your
University Card cannot be produced.
NB: this is not required if you already have a University Card because you were previously a
student on another course or at a Partner College. Your University Card will remain valid for the
duration of your studies at Plymouth University.
Online Enrolment
You must complete Online Enrolment as soon as possible and prior to collecting your University
Card.
MONDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER
Bridging Module: Welcome and Introduction
10.00-11.00
Patric Bach, Direct Entry Tutor
Aims: To welcome students to the School of Psychology and to
introduce the concept of a research project.
11.00-12.00
Bridging Module: Introduction to the online participation
points system for projects
Lynne James, Senior Technician
12.00-13.00
LUNCH BREAK
13.00-14.00
Bridging Module: Doing research, good practice and
general introduction
Ed Symes, Senior lecturer and Placement Co-ordinator
Last update: 6-Feb-16
Link Building
Room 106 - 107
Link Building
Room 106 - 107
Link Building
Room 106 - 107
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SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY
TUESDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER
Bridging Module: IBM SPSS 22 and Statistics in Psychology Link Building
10.00-12.00
Julie Griffin, Teaching and Research Associate
Room 106 - 107
12.00-13.00
LUNCH BREAK
13.00-14.00
Understanding your Timetable
Patric Bach, Direct Entry Tutor
Link Building
Room 106 - 107
14.00-16.00
Bridging Module: More on SPSS and Statistics
Julie Griffin, Teaching and Research Associate
Link Building
Room 106 - 107
WEDNESDAY 23rd SEPTEMBER
This morning consists of talks by a few of our staff on things that fascinate them in psychology. Some
of the stuff we have to do in induction week can be a little dull, so we thought it worth reminding you of
the real reason for being here ….
10.00-12.00
Staff Research Interests
Roland Levinsky
Lecture Theatre 1
Professor Jackie Andrade: Cognitive Psychologist
Dr Jeremy Goslin: Cognitive Neuroscientist
Professor Michael Hyland: Health Psychologist
Professor Andy Wills: Cognitive Psychologist
12.00-13.00
University Card Collection
(Students with surnames A-K)
Rolle 102
You must complete Online Enrolment prior to collecting your
University Card.
12.00-13.00
CAMPUS TOUR
(Students with surnames L-Z)
Roland Levinsky
Lecture Theatre 2
13.00-14.00
University Card Collection
(Students with surnames L-Z)
Rolle 102
You must complete Online Enrolment prior to collecting your
University Card.
13.00-14.00
CAMPUS TOUR
(Students with surnames A-K)
Last update: 6-Feb-16
Sherwell Centre
Upper Lecture
Theatre
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SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY
14.45-15.30
Introduction to the University Library
Joanna Triplett, Information Specialist
Roland Levinsky
Lecture Theatre 1
Psychology Students will already be in the Lecture Theatre, just
go in quietly.
A short presentation on the University library from the
Psychology Information Specialist to inform you of the library’s
layout, opening times and services, together with an introduction
on how to search for books, journals and other materials using
the ‘Primo’ system and the IT Tutorials for help with using
Moodle.
THURSDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER
No sessions to attend
FRIDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER
Introduction to Stage 4
10.00-10.30
Matt Roser, Programme Leader and Michael Hyland, Stage 4
Tutor
Roland Levinsky
Lecture Theatre 1
10.30-11.15
Running your Stage 4 Project (Part 1)
Giorgio Ganis, Project Co-ordinator
Roland Levinsky
Lecture Theatre 1
11.15-12.00
Running your Stage 4 Project (Part 2)
Lynne James, Senior Technician
Roland Levinsky
Lecture Theatre 1
12.00-12.30
University Card Collection
Babbage Building
Room 412
You must complete Online Enrolment prior to collecting your
University Card.
12.00-13.00
Break for Lunch
13.00-14.00
Using Library Resources for Project Work
Joanna Triplett, Information Specialist
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Roland Levinsky
Lecture Theatre 1
searching and accessing articles using Web of Science
and PsycInfo;
advanced search techniques;
accessing material not subscribed to by Plymouth;
off campus access.
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SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY
14.00-15.00
Career Preparation and Planning
Ed Symes
15.00-17.00
Meet Project Supervisors / Personal Tutors - All stage 4 students arrange to meet
your Project Supervisor and Personal Tutor.
Roland Levinsky
Lecture Theatre 1
Go to your Project Supervisor’s and Personal Tutor’s office and, if they operate a
sign-up system, sign up for a meeting or email your tutor to arrange a meeting.
Lists of Project Supervisors are on the PSYC405 Moodle page.
Lists of Personal Tutors are on the Programme Moodle page under Stage 4. Also
check your university email. Tutor’s email addresses are in the Stage 4 Handbook.
Don’t miss these key events led by the Students’ Union (UPSU). These events run all day so
you can drop in whenever you’re free:
Volunteer Fair – Tuesday 22 September in the campus marquees.
Make a difference in the local community and have a great time. Drop in to the Volunteer Fair and
learn more about the opportunities available from UPSU.
Sports & Societies Fair – Wednesday 23 September. Roland Levinsky Building and campus
marquees.
An opportunity to find out about all the UPSU societies and sports clubs, and to sign up. Joining any one
of the 180+ societies or sports clubs UPSU have on offer is a great way to make the most of your
University experience and have an incredible time!
Welcome Fair – Thursday 24 September. Roland Levinsky Building and campus marquees.
Local and national businesses and University services come together to provide discounts, offers, local
information & top tips. So come along and discover more about what’s on offer in Plymouth and across
the University.
Last update: 6-Feb-16
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