Introduction to Research Methods in Psychology - PSYC 2120

This course provides students with an introduction to experimental and non-experimental methods in psychology. Topics include the philosophy of science; measurement; reliability and validity of methods, measures, and effects; survey design; correlational, experimental, quasi-experimental, qualitative, longitudinal and single-subject designs; biases in experimentation; and research ethics.

Note: Prerequisites: PSYC 1040, PSYC 1050, and STAT 1151. Restricted to Arts & Sciences Diploma and Open Studies.

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This course can be taken through Open Studies or through our Arts and Sciences Diploma program. Read our application guide and apply now.

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