PSYC8001 Research Methods in Action
| Offered By | School of Psychology |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Graduate Coursework |
| Course Subject | Psychology |
| Offered in | PSYC8001 will not be offered in 2009 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
In the course students will learn to critically evaluate the main qualitative and quantitative research tools that are used in applied settings. Popular data gathering techniques include:
In order to use and evaluate this information effectively it is necessary to have an up-to date understanding of:
In order to gain insight into the application of these techniques to research problems encountered in organizational settings some sessions will be taught by professionals who have applied one or more of these techniques in the work place (e.g. ABS staff, market researchers, opinion pollsters, mass communication professionals, professional researchers). |
| Workload | Three hours per week |
| Course Classification(s) | TransitionalTransitional courses are designed for students from a broad range of backgrounds and learning achievements, which provide for the acquisition of generic skills; or an informed understanding of contemporary issues; or fundamental knowledge for transition to Advanced or Specialist courses. |
| Areas of Interest | Psychology |
| Eligibility | Bachelor degree |
| Requisite Statement | General science knowledge. |
The information published on the Study at ANU 2009 website applies to the 2009 academic year only. All information provided on this website replaces the information contained in the Study at ANU 2008 website.
