To study this module you will need the learning equivalent to the module listed or have passed this module : PSY08104 Researching Psychology 2

Examples of Equivalent Learning:
Introductory statistics component (level 8)
Introductory qualitative approaches component (level 8)

This module will build on the foundations of research approaches covered in Researching Psychology 1 and 2 through a problem based approach.
The module will cover:
• Methodological issues in psychology research (LO1, LO2, LO3)
• A range of qualitative approaches (LO2, LO3, LO4)
• Core frequentist approaches to statistical analysis (LO2, LO4, LO5)
• Research ethics (LO3, LO4, LO5, LO6)
The content of the module will be addressed through analysis of published research (LO1, LO3) and through a problem based enquiry approach to research design and execution (LO2, LO4, LO5, LO6).

Upon completion of this module you will be able to
LO1: Critically evaluate common assumptions in psychological research
LO2: Identify appropriate research methods/approaches for different research questions/aims/problems
LO3: Develop skills in designing, writing and executing a mini project
LO4: Demonstrate an applied understanding of qualitative analysis
LO5: Demonstrate an applied understanding of quantitative analysis
LO6: Explore the links between applied psychology, theory, practice, praxis and ethics.