PSY10005 · Swinburne University of Technology
Introduction to Research Methods
- Credit points
- 12.5
- Level
- 1
- Workload
- —
- Faculty
- Psychology
What it covers
This unit provides students with an understanding of different research designs and research methods for psychology and health sciences. Students will gain familiarity with the scientific method, ethical issues in research, measurement, experimental research, survey research, qualitative research and mixed methods research. Students will be given the opportunity to develop professionally relevant knowledge in the selection and evaluation of research designs and methods and how to collect data that will address specific research questions.
Assessment
| Task | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1 | Individual | 40% |
| Assignment 2 | Individual | 50% |
| Test | Individual | 30% |
When and where
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | Hawthorn | On campus |
| Teaching Period 3 | Online | Online |