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James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2024

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PY4210 - Research and Statistics for Psychology

Credit points:03
Year:2024
Student Contribution Band:Band 4
Administered by:College of Healthcare Sciences

Subject Description

    In this subject students will explore the research process and some of the most commonly used methods of statistical analysis relevant to the profession of psychology and the conduct of psychological research. Students will be introduced to the research process from the identification of a research question, research design and choice of statistical analysis to the interpretation of data and the dissemination of results. Students will apply their knowledge to a range of case scenarios.

Learning Outcomes

  • identify and define a range of methodological and philosophical principles in research design, analysis and interpretation
  • synthesize, analyse and interpret quantitative data to generate solutions to research questions

Subject Assessment

  • Written > Test/Quiz 1 - Individual
  • A3 Problem Task B > Lab Report - (45%) - Individual
  • Written > Problem task - (35%) - Individual
  • Written > Test/Quiz 2 - (20%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

Special Assessment Requirements

Passing requirements: must complete and submit all weighted assessment items; achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application of any penalties such as late penalties.

Availabilities

JCU Online, Study Period 82, External

Census date:Thursday, 21 Mar 2024
Study Period Dates:Monday, 11 Mar 2024 to Saturday, 27 Apr 2024
Coordinator(s):
DR Janine Lurie
Lecturer(s):
DR Janine Lurie
Workload expectations:The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
  • 60 Hours - Online activity - 10 hours x 6 weeks online learning activities
Method of delivery:Online - JCU

JCU Online, Study Period 86, External

Census date:Thursday, 14 Nov 2024
Study Period Dates:Monday, 04 Nov 2024 to Saturday, 21 Dec 2024
Coordinator(s):
DR Janine Lurie
Workload expectations:The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
  • 60 Hours - Online activity - 10 hours x 6 weeks online learning activities
Method of delivery:Online - JCU