Overview

This topic deals with several domains of knowledge and skill that are essential for psychology researchers and practitioners. These are: the application of scientific principles to the advancement of knowledge; ethics; advanced research design and data analysis, the link between research and psychological practice; and communication skills.

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Aims

The topic is intended to provide knowledge and skills that are needed by psychology researchers and practitioners. The aims are to enhance students' ability to:

  • Evaluate primary research and claims about behaviour
  • Generate potential answers to psychological questions and ways of testing them
  • Perform, interpret and report advanced data analyses
  • Understand the ethical standards governing research and professional practice
  • Communicate information orally and in writing

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Other topic information

This topic is taught and assessed as a continuum. Students must enrol in all topic components in the same academic year.

Associations

Continuum