Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Objectives On the completion of this subject students should be able to understand how statistics can be used to summarise data, describe relationships between variables, and make inferences about unknown population values; relate data gathered in psychology experiments to theoretical conclusions; design experiments that will lead to valid interpretations.
Synopsis Principles of psychological research design and data analysis are introduced. Methodological issues include ways of collecting and displaying data, experimental design strategies, control problems and ethical considerations. Statistical procedures include chi square, t-tests, correlation and regression, and an introduction to ANOVA. Nonparametric tests will also be covered. The range of tests reflect those most frequently encountered in research publications. Distance education students are required to attend one full day at weekend schools.
Assessment Assignments: 40% + Examination: 60% + A pass on the examination is required for successful completion of this subject