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Psychology

Learning Methods

Lecture
Online
Workshop

Module Offerings

5202PSYSCI-JAN-CTY

Aims

1. To examine the rationale behind and use of advanced tests of differences and relationships in psychological research. 2. To develop an understanding of factorial analysis of variance (ANOVA), multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA), simple regression and multiple regression. 3. To analyse data using advanced statistical tests such as factorial ANOVA, MANOVA and multiple regression. 4. To provide practical experience of between participant, within participant, mixed, MANOVA and correlational designs. 5. To use SPSS to carry out statistical analyses. 6. To develop practical report writing skills.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:The module considers advanced inferential tests of difference and relationships. The tests covered include three types of factorial ANOVA (independent/repeated measures/mixed), ANCOVA, MANOVA, and multiple regression. The focus is on research designs in which there is either more than one independent/predictor variable or more than one dependent variable. The module also examines the utility of reporting effect sizes in quantitative studies and the importance of conducting ethical research.
Module Overview:
This module enables you to examine the use of advanced tests of differences and relationships in psychological research. You will develop an understanding of factorial analysis of variance (ANOVA), multivariate analysis of variance (MANOVA), simple regression and multiple regression.
Additional Information:This is a core module for students on the following degree programmes: Criminology and Psychology; Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice; and Psychology.

Assessments

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