Research Methods and Statistics

Undergraduate | 2026

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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
PSYC 4009
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Course ID
207988
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Magill
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Psychology
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Paul Delfabbro
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Course level
4
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

This advanced statistics and methodology course provides material relevant for the preparation of a thesis at an Honours level. It includes material relating to both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Students will attend face-to-face lectures, complete independent learning exercises as well as supervised laboratory sessions.

Course learning outcomes

  • Use statistical packages required for quantitative analysis (e.g., R, SPSS and Excel).
  • Apply advanced knowledge in statistics to experimental and applied research.
  • Apply different forms of qualitative analysis
  • Critically evaluate methodological designs and select appropriate analytical strategies for research projects
  • Understand the interpretation and appropriate reporting requirements for statistical and qualitative data.
  • Understand the concepts of validity and reliability as they apply to psychometric testing, be able to critically evaluate widely used psychometric tests, and be aware of cultural considerations and limitations of standardised psychological test instruments

Availability

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Census date
Fri 27/03/2026
Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 13/03/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 10/04/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 08/05/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Class number
Class number 22376
Section
Section LE01
Size
Size 140
Available
Available 140
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 13 Apr Monday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 102
4 May - 1 Jun Monday 9:10am - 10am Adelaide City Campus East Napier, 102
Class number
Class number 22377
Section
Section PR01
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
24 Feb - 14 Apr Tuesday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo South, S126
24 Feb - 14 Apr Tuesday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo South, S127
5 May - 2 Jun Tuesday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo South, S126
5 May - 2 Jun Tuesday 11:10am - 12pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo South, S127
Class number
Class number 22378
Section
Section PR02
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
24 Feb - 14 Apr Tuesday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo South, S126
24 Feb - 14 Apr Tuesday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo South, S127
5 May - 2 Jun Tuesday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo South, S126
5 May - 2 Jun Tuesday 12:10pm - 1pm Adelaide City Campus East Helen Mayo South, S127

Magill

Class number
Class number 26409
Section
Section LE01
Size
Size 60
Available
Available 60
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
23 Feb - 13 Apr Monday 1:10pm - 2pm Magill Building C, C1-60
4 May - 1 Jun Monday 1:10pm - 2pm Magill Building C, C1-60
Class number
Class number 26410
Section
Section PR01
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
25 Feb - 15 Apr Wednesday 10:10am - 11am Magill Building C, C1-02
6 May - 3 Jun Wednesday 10:10am - 11am Magill Building C, C1-02
Class number
Class number 23317
Section
Section PR02
Size
Size 30
Available
Available 30
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
25 Feb - 15 Apr Wednesday 11:10am - 12pm Magill Building C, C1-02
6 May - 3 Jun Wednesday 11:10am - 12pm Magill Building C, C1-02

Prerequisite(s)

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