Available in 2024
Course code

PSYC4000

Units

10 units

Level

4000 level

Course handbook

Description

In this course, you will cover advanced topics in research methodology and statistics relevant to the projects undertaken by students at this level. You will further develop knowledge and skills related to core conceptual, statistical, and analytical approaches, with emphasis placed on statistical decision-making. You will also cover advanced statistical techniques as well as critical evaluation and interpretation of research data. The course forms part of a sequence of courses that have been approved by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC).


Availability2024 Course Timetables

Callaghan

  • Semester 1 - 2024

Ourimbah

  • Semester 1 - 2024

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Evaluate and critique a range of research methods and techniques.

2. Formulate and justify appropriate research questions and analytical strategies.

3. Apply various advanced research methods, including indigenous research methods.

4. Demonstrate advanced skills in preparing, analysing, and interpreting data and communicating outcomes.


Content

In this course, you will cover a variety of advanced topics in research methods, such as analytic strategy, design planning, data handling, and Bayesian analysis.


Requisite

This course is only available to students enrolled in:

Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours) [40100],

Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) [12362],

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (pre 2020) [10214], or

Bachelor of Science (Honours) [10496].


Assessment items

Quiz: Online Quizzes

Written Assignment: Written Assignment 1

Presentation: Yarning reflection

Written Assignment: Written Assignment 2


Contact hours

Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan

Lecture-1
  • Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Workshop-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1

Semester 1 - 2024 - Ourimbah

Lecture-1
  • Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Workshop-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1

Course outline