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This module is designed to provide you with some of the tools and skills required to carry out research and analyse the data you collect. You will analyse qualitative data using thematic analysis and quantitative data using basic statistical techniques. You will learn about and revise descriptive statistics, such as measures of central tendency and dispersion, before proceeding to learn about inferential statistics such as t-tests and correlations. You will gain practical experience of collecting data using psychological research methods, analysing the data you obtain, and writing your findings up as in the form of research reports.

LO1: Describe the differences and similarities between qualitative and quantitative methods.
LO2: Define key terms in psychology research methods, such as: sample, research question, hypothesis, ethics, reliability, validity, transparency.
LO3: Describe the steps of analysing data using thematic analysis.
LO4: Develop competence in running basic descriptive statistics, t-tests and correlations in appropriate specialist software, and demonstrate an ability to interpret the output within a null-hypothesis testing framework.
LO5: Develop skills in report writing.