Applied Quantitative and Qualitative Methods

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
PSYC 5039
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Course ID
204649
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
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
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

This applied methodology course will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for understanding and conducting data analysis in psychology. With a guided step-by-step approach, this course will explore how to use, report, and apply both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, utilising a range of industry-relevant software packages.

Course learning outcomes

  • Adapt quantitative analysis and data management skills to different software packages
  • Formulate principled arguments for the use of various methods when conducting qualitative analysis
  • Formulate principled arguments for the use of various methods when conducting advanced regression and ANOVA techniques
  • Analyse quantitative data to answer advanced psychological research questions
  • Communicate the results of quantitative and qualitative analyses using APA guidelines.

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Assessment

Short Response Questions, Data Collection and/or Analysis, Report, Multiple Choice Questions

Degree list
The following degrees include this course
Graduate Diploma in Psychology (Advanced)