Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics Research Master Behavioural and Social Sciences Felix Grundmann 23-11-2018

Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics Hi, my name is Felix. Specializing in (Organizational and) Social Psychology Sustainability in a Changing Society Interests? Understanding (social) phenomena from a social psychological perspective Construction of the self The role of others in producing behaviour

Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics How did I get here? Gap Year Worked in a retirement home Bachelor Psychology, University of Groningen Student mentor & first exposure to research Minor in Philosophy Research Master in Behavioural and Social Sciences

Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics Why am I here? The programme: Designed to prepare one for a PhD/research-f0cused career Opportunity to do research Research Assistantship Traineeship Individual Thesis About me ending up here: About the decision process: There are many different graduate programs at many different universities

Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics Why am I here? University of Groningen: High-profile Renowned scholars and experienced researchers Great facilities and internal infrastructure Your voice is heard

Life of a ReMa-student: Experiences Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics Life of a ReMa-student: Experiences

First things first: Regrets? No! Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics Setup of the courses Close supervision Small student/staff ratio Learning by doing! Focus on writing, presenting, and generating ideas Staff members Genuinely interested in you Encourage the pursuit of your own ideas Approachable and take time for you First things first: Regrets? No! Aspects I especially appreciated

Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics Stimulating and supportive environment Small programme Inspiring and motivated fellow students Multidisciplinary nature of the ReMa Critical and reflective attitude Get to know your fellow students: can form close bonds Learning together vs. Competing against each other Social Support & Knowledge Transfer 3. Although everyone is passionate regarding what they are doing, you are nonetheless encouraged to take a step back and think about what you are actually doing, what you are trying to accomplish, what kind of tools at your disposal, what you can truly build with these tools

Presentation 1st year student Psychometrics & Statistics Final Remarks Do I feel prepared to take the next step? Is the Research Master only for people who want to do a PhD? Is the Research Master for everyone? 3. No, it is a challenging yet rewarding experience You have to be willing to spend time and effort (to go beyond: that is what the Research Master essentially is). As a consequence, you will learn more than you can imagine

Thank you for your attention! Questions? Come and talk to me Send me an email: f.u.grundmann@student.rug.nl