ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGY A: METHODS AND APPLICATIONS

ADVANCED PSYCHOLOGY A: METHODS AND APPLICATIONS
Course Code
PS 2016
Credit Points
15
Course Coordinator
Dr D Sutherland

Pre-requisites

PS 1009 Introductory Psychology I: Concepts and Theory
PS 1010 Introductory Psychology I: Methods and Applications
PS 1509 Introductory Psychology II: Concepts and Theory
PS 1510 Introductory Psychology II: Methods and Applications

Co-requisites

PS 2015 Advanced Psychology A: Concepts and Theory.

Overview

This course will cover advanced experimental methods and basic statistical techniques in psychology. These methods will be linked to a range of data handling techniques and interpretation skills.

Structure

The course will consist of 1 one- hour lecture plus two-hours of small group practical work per week.

Assessment

1st Attempt: Continuous assessment (100%); including practical write-ups and MCQ quizzes.

Resit: Students will be able to repeat individual components.

Formative Assessment

Formative assessment will be provided through a subset of practical sessions and tutorials.

Feedback

Students will receive written feedback on continuous assessment.