Department of Psychology, Unit Catalogue 2010/11 |
PS20093: Quantitative methods 2 |
 Credits:
| 6 |
| Level:
| Intermediate |
| Period: | This unit is available in... |
| Semester 1 |
| Assessment:
| CW 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment: | Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
| Before taking this unit you must take PS10087 and take PS10088 |
| Description:
| Aims: To provide students with an understanding and competence in qualitative and quantitative methods and statistics, and the skills to design, conduct and analyse studies using appropriate methodology. Learning Outcomes: * Be able to explain, design and critically evaluate quantitative methods in psychological research * Be able to use more advanced statistics and understand their interpretation * Be familiar with key methods of quantitative data analysis and know how to apply them. Skills: * Understand the scientific underpinnings of psychology as a discipline, its historical origins, development and limitations. (T/F) * Can demonstrate a systematic knowledge of a range of research paradigms, research methods and measurement techniques, including statistical analysis, and be aware of their limitations. (T/F A) * Can detect meaningful patterns in behaviour and experience and evaluate their significance. (T/F/ A) * Can pose, operationalise and critically evaluate research questions. (T/F A) * Can demonstrate substantial competence in research skills through practical activities. (T/F A) * Can comprehend and use numerical, statistical and other forms of data, particularly in the context of presenting and analysing complex data sets. (T/F A) * Is computer literate and is confident in using word processing, database and statistical software. (T/F A) * Can solve problems by clarifying questions, considering alternative solutions and evaluating outcomes. (T/F A) Content: They will acquire appropriate skills in the use and interpretation of advanced statistics such as factor analysis, cluster analysis, advanced regression techniques and MANOVA. |