PSS4711

Methods in Psychological Sciences (12 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: Dr Catherine Haigh

Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland First semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of this unit students should be able to: 1) identify ethical issues in professional practice and research; 2) address said issues in an appropriate manner; 3) apply appropriate statistical techniques to analyse data collected pre and post intervention; 4) interpret statistical analyses undertaken to evaluate the effects of therapeutic intervention; 5) present verbal and written reports that effectively communicate relevant information

Assessment: Two problem sets (2500 words each) 40% + One group presentation (1500 words): 20% + One research report (2500): 40%

Contact Hours: One two-hour seminars per week

Prerequisites: Undergraduate degree with Psychological Studies, Psychology or related major