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.


This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term Duration Schedule Class Section Open Studies

Edmonton
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 13, 2027 Mon: 12:30 - 03:30 pm
 12647 A01 Yes

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This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs. Read our application guide and apply now.

Tuition and fees for 2026-2027 Open Studies

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $626.40 $725.40 $1,351.80
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Digital resource fee: $7.35 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $0 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $46.20 max per term
Student technology fee: $12.60 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan: $386.00 per year
Students’ Association: $70.00 per term
U-Pass: $182.50 per term
Legal plan: $20.75 per year

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

Tuition estimate + Fees estimate = Total estimate
One 3-credit course $1783.1999999999998 $725.40 $2,508.60
See the detailed fees for this course
Digital resource fee: $7.35 max per term
Program and supplies fee: $0 max per term
Registrarial and student service fee: $46.20 max per term
Student technology fee : $12.60 max per term
Students’ Association fees
Health and dental plan : $386.00 per year
Students’ Association : $70.00 per term
U-Pass : $182.50 per term
Legal plan : $20.75 per term

Note: You may be eligible to opt out of some Student Association fees after enrolling. Visit Tuition and Fees for more information.

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