Individual Differences and Assessment

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PSYC 5035
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Course ID
204645
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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University-wide elective course
No
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Are we all different or more similar than we think? This course addresses the field of Differential Psychology, and will help you understand how and why people differ, despite the broad similarities shared by all humankind. We will review major theories, research methods and findings, and how these translate into practices in the fields of intelligence, personality, and psychological assessment.

Course learning outcomes

  • Identify core concepts and ideas associated with individual differences and assessment
  • Analyse and interpret psychometric data using Factor Analysis
  • Evaluate the reliability and validity of psychometric tests
  • Synthesise theory and data to answer an empirical question related to individual differences and assessment
  • Create an APA formatted research report centred on findings from an individual differences study

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assessment

Critical Analysis, Short Response Questions, Report

Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Study Graduate Diploma in Psychology at Adelaide University - Information for Domestic students