INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY II: METHODS AND APPLICATIONS

Course Code

PS 1510

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr D Pearson

Pre-requisites

PS 1009 and PS 1010.

Co-requisites

PS 1509.

Notes

Overview

The course will cover core experimental methods and research design in psychology. These experimental methods will be linked to a range of data handling techniques and interpretation skills.

Structure

The course will consist of weekly group practical (2 hours) and lecture (1 hour), and individual participation in 6 hours of psychological experiments.

Assessment

1st Attempt: Continuous assessment of practicals (100%); including practical write ups, multiple choice assessments and presentations.

Resit: Students will be able to repeat individual components.

Feedback

Students will receive written feedback on continuous assessment.