METHODS OF INQUIRIES IN PSYCHOLOGY
PSY4MIP
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Subject Description This subject will consolidate and further develop your knowledge, skills and appreciation of a variety of research methods in psychology including meta-analysis, multivariate statistics, model testing approaches, qualitative designs and cross-cultural research methods, through seminars and a colloquium series. Discussion of research designs will strengthen your analytical skills and ability to choose suitable research designs. Online modules and assignments will enhance hands-on competencies in data analysis and report writing.
SchoolPsychology and Public Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorEmi Kashima
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Available as ElectiveYes
Learning Activities You will participate in weekly seminars, complete online modules at your own pace and submit short reports on two of the topics provided. You will also participate and appreciate the weekly colloquia presented by researchers from the School of Psychology and Public Health and other institutions, and critically examine the methods used to investigate a variety of research questions in psychology.
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsPSY4HNB AND PSY4HOX AND PSY4HOC AND PSY4HNA
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementCompletion of 360 cps if enrolled in the Bachelor of Psychology (Hon) course.
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days required
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2021, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmi Kashima
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour lecture/seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Thursdays
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Thursdays
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Complete online modules and submit short reports on two topics (1,000 words equivalent). | Assignment | Individual | No | 25 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Exam on contents of the seminars (2,000 words equivalent). | Central exam | Individual | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
Multiple-choice and short-answer questions on the methods of research presented at the colloquia (1,000 words equivalent). | Central exam | Individual | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO4 |
Bendigo, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmi Kashima
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour lecture/seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Thursdays
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Thursdays
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Complete online modules and submit short reports on two topics (1,000 words equivalent). | Assignment | Individual | No | 25 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Exam on contents of the seminars (2,000 words equivalent). | Central exam | Individual | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
Multiple-choice and short-answer questions on the methods of research presented at the colloquia (1,000 words equivalent). | Central exam | Individual | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO4 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmi Kashima
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour lecture/seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Thursdays
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Thursdays
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Complete online modules and submit short reports on two topics (1,000 words equivalent). | Assignment | Individual | No | 25 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Exam on contents of the seminars (2,000 words equivalent). | Central exam | Individual | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
Multiple-choice and short-answer questions on the methods of research presented at the colloquia (1,000 words equivalent). | Central exam | Individual | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO4 |
On-Line, 2021, Semester 1, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorEmi Kashima
Class requirements
Lecture/SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 1.00 hour lecture/seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Thursdays
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 hours seminar per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via video conference.
Thursdays
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Complete online modules and submit short reports on two topics (1,000 words equivalent). | Assignment | Individual | No | 25 | SILO2, SILO3 |
Exam on contents of the seminars (2,000 words equivalent). | Central exam | Individual | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO4 |
Multiple-choice and short-answer questions on the methods of research presented at the colloquia (1,000 words equivalent). | Central exam | Individual | No | 25 | SILO1, SILO4 |