As a self-driven psychology student, you may be looking for creative ways to showcase yourself as an outstanding candidate to future employers. Publishing your best work is a great solution to practically demonstrate a wide range of employability skills and strengthen post-graduate applications.
Here are some skills to add to your CV when your work is featured in Psych-Talk.
Writing and communication
Writing for Psych-Talk will demonstrate your ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely. In your article, you will structure logical arguments in an accessible way to engage with the Psych-Talk audience.
Remember, Psych-Talk is created by students, for students. The aim is to inform and inspire your peers, while showcasing your best work to the wider Psychological workforce.
Did you know? Psych-Talk is free to download for BPS student members.
Critical thinking
Critical analysis is an essential scientific skill. A Psych-Talk article will prove your ability to evaluate the current body of research, identify limitations and generate alternative explanations for results.
You can use your evaluations to provide recommendations for how to overcome barriers in the industry: this could include suggestions for future research ideas or interventions.
Time management
Demonstrate to employers that you are prepared to go the extra mile! A Psych-Talk article will evidence that you can diligently balance busy student life with professional writing and successful navigation of the publication process.
Knowledge of your research field
Specialising in a specific area of Psychology can be difficult to pursue, especially as students don't always have the freedom to choose assignment topics.
By taking the time to explore your chosen topic in-depth, you can show your true passion and extensive knowledge of the area you seek to specialise in.
Having published work in this area can really make your CV stand out to employers within your chosen field.
Literature review
Literature review is an integral part of any scientific writing, as you thoroughly review the latest research on a topic of your choice.
In your article, you will consolidate a whole body of research literature into a cohesive and persuasive argument. This will signify to employers that you can effectively select relevant information from an expansive array of scientific findings. Furthermore, you can use the knowledge gained from the literature review in your article to both inform other students and enhance ongoing assignments.
Experience with the publication and peer-review process
Once your submission is received, a member of the editorial team will review your work.
Throughout this process, you will demonstrate that you can respond effectively to feedback and revise manuscripts according to a list of suggested edits. You will also be provided with forms to help you understand publishing copyrights and your retained rights as an author.
These are valuable skills that could pave the way for your work to be published in future academic journals.
For more information about the peer-review process, email us at [email protected].
Application of research ethics
As a psychology student, you will be familiar with the importance of ethics for both research and practice.
Throughout your article, you can champion the BPS Code of Ethics and Conduct by discussing controversial or sensitive narratives with respect, competence, responsibility and integrity.
For more information, read the BPS Code of Ethics and Conduct.
For a chance to be featured in an upcoming Psych-Talk issue, please email your article to [email protected].
For further information or to read past Psych-Talk issues, visit us at BPS Explore.
