PY2RMP (Research Methods in Psychology) - Autumn

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Module aims and purpose

This module aims to further develop students’ skills required for the scientific study of psychology. Students will extend upon their existing knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods¹ in psychology; further examine the methods of conducting and analysing quantitative and qualitative research¹; enhance their data analysis (i.e. using statistical packages)¹ and critical evaluation skills. 

Module learning outcomes

By the end of the module, it is expected that students will be able to: 

1. Demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of more advanced statistical techniques and qualitative research approaches¹.    
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the principles underlying the use and design of interviews and questionnaires in research¹.   
3. Be proficient in manipulating and interpreting statistical data using SPSS and Excel, questionnaire data, and qualitative data¹.
4. Understand and evaluate the research process in psychology, including research participation, ethical practice², and analysis decisions¹.

Summative assessment

Note: This is a two-part module. See PY2RMP (Research Methods in Psychology) - Spring for Semester 2

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Footnotes

1. Research Methods ↩ ↩² ↩³ ↩⁴ ↩⁵ ↩⁶ ↩⁷

2. Ethics ↩