EDMED7057 Quantitative Research Methods in Education
This unit introduces students to the core quantitative research methodologies within educational research. At the end of the course, students will be able to apply the processes involved in conducting quantitative and mixed methods research, in particular forming a hypothesis, selecting and justifying methods of data collection, analysis and interpretation, specifically data generated in the context of Australian education sectors. Core research methods covered include experimental and correlational research designs. Students will acquire an understanding of the use of statistics in research. Ethical considerations from initial data collection through to data analysis and transparency in reporting are emphasised and guidelines considered. Students will be able to identify and access existing statistical data sets relevant to educational research. They will understand the purpose of undertaking a literature review before commencing a research project, develop literature search skills and examine literature for its assumptions and biases. Student will learn about the peer review process ¿ how it works and why it is important. Students will also develop their academic reading and writing ability to a graduate standard through critical reading of quantitative research in the field of education and writing tasks preparing them for their Professional Inquiry or Minor Thesis projects.
Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
A CSP is subsidised by the Australian Government and students pay a contribution amount. Each unit is classified into a band, depending on the study area of the unit (this discipline may be different from the study area of your course).
2025 contribution amount* $578
2025 grandfathered contribution amount* $578
Grandfathered contribution amount - if you are a continuing student, who commenced your course before 1 January 2021, you will continue paying the same amount as you would have, had legislative reforms not been implemented, for any units that would otherwise have an increased student contribution amount.
* For Clinical Psychology & Professional Pathways bands the unit fee amount is determined by accredited courses. Students in Postgraduate Clinical Psychology, Professional Pathway Psychology or Professional Pathway Social Work accredited courses should refer to the information below.
