Cursos / 3º Ciclo / Institute of Psychology and Educational Sciences :: Applied Psychology: Health And Well-being

SEMINÁRIO DE INVESTIGAÇÃO II - 2025/2026

2º curricular year
Semestralidade: 2nd semester
ECTS: 12

Teachers

Leading Teacher: Prof. Doutora Sofia Marques Ramalho
Assistant Professor: Prof. Doutora Sofia Marques Ramalho

Class type and School hours

Seminário : 30 Horas

Teaching Language

Portuguese

Main Aims/Objectives

- Understand the role of funding in the context of research;

- Understand the process of preparing and submitting a research project for funding.

Specific Aims/Objectives

- Understand the importance of being a “fundable” researcher.
- Reflect on the importance of the research team and national and international collaborations in obtaining funding. - Understand writing processes for Funding Agencies.
- Know how to prepare a budget for funding.

Skills to be acquired

- Develop skills in preparing and submitting a research project for competitive funding.
- Learn about national and international funding institutions.

Teaching Procedures

Combination of active and expository methods using problem-based learning.

Programme

1. Funding institutions and specificities (presentation of various initiatives/funding agencies);
2. Scientific component of the project;
2.1. Profile of a “fundable” researcher;
2.2. How to create national and international collaborations and their relevance for obtaining funding;
2.3. Understanding writing processes for Funding Agencies;
3. Financial component of the project.

Evaluation Type

Attendance and participation. Simulation of the process of submitting a research project to a funding agency: Preparation of a written research project.

Teaching Resources

Computer and projector for lectures.
Books and scientific articles.

Sustainability Objectives

Ensure access to inclusive, quality, and equitable education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Keywords

Funding
Research project
Psychology

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