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PSYCB2108 Psychological Research in Practice

PSYCB2108 Psychological Research in Practice develops students¿ ability to critically evaluate, design, and communicate psychological research. Building on foundational knowledge of research methods, the unit examines how psychological evidence is generated, interpreted, and applied to address real-world questions and issues.Students explore qualitative and quantitative research approaches, with an emphasis on selecting and justifying appropriate methodologies for different research contexts. The unit examines principles of research design, evidence evaluation, ethics, cultural responsiveness, reflexive practice, and the responsible use of digital technologies in psychological research. Students also develop skills in analysing and interpreting qualitative and quantitative evidence, synthesising findings from multiple sources, and communicating research to academic, professional, and community audiences.Through applied learning activities, students engage with contemporary psychological issues and consider how research can inform understanding, decision-making, and practice. Attention is given to ethical and culturally responsive approaches to research.

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Credit points
15
EFTSL
0.125
Band
Band 1
Field of Education
Psychology (090701)

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).

2026 contribution amount* $592
2026 grandfathered contribution amount^ $592

^ 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 Psychology and Social Work 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.

Domestic full fee–paying places

A domestic full fee–paying place is one that isn’t subsidised by the Australian Government. These places are offered to postgraduate students or those who are ineligible for a CSP. Domestic postgraduate tuition fees are course-based annual fees, which means individual unit fees vary according to the degree. Find our more about domestic tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule.

International full fee–paying places

International tuition fees are course-based annual fees and the unit fee you pay will vary according to the degree you are studying. Find out more about international tuition fees and view the relevant fee schedule.
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