Research Methods (Classroom, Synchronous and Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
This course provides advanced training in research methodology and statistical analysis for clinical psychology, integrating quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches. Learners develop skills in research design, data collection, advanced statistical and qualitative analysis techniques, enabling rigorous evaluation of numerical and narrative data. Emphasis on practical application ensures learners can critically appraise scientific literature, interpret complex analyses, and translate evidence into clinical decision-making and programme evaluation. Relevant to the mental health, clinical, and allied health industries, this course equips professionals with research competencies that enhance employability, support evidence-based practice, and enable career progression in clinical, academic, and applied research roles.
What You'll Learn
1. Design methodologically rigorous quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods research studies addressing complex clinical psychology questions.
2. Apply advanced statistical and qualitative analysis techniques, including multivariate analyses, regression, phenomenology, grounded theory, and thematic analysis.
3. Evaluate research literature critically, recognising methodological strengths, limitations, and clinical relevance across study designs and paradigms.
4. Interpret complex statistical and qualitative findings accurately, integrating insights to inform evidence-based clinical practice.
5. Ensure research rigour, trustworthiness, ethical compliance, and reflexivity throughout the research process.
6. Communicate research findings effectively, linking data, analysis, and conclusions to clinical decision-making and therapeutic applications.
Entry Requirements
Applicants are required to have completed the courses (1) Clinical Microskills, (2) Case Conceptualisation, and (3) Clinical, Ethical and Technological Foundations in Mental Healthcare, and met the minimum GPA requirement of 2.5 and above from the programme. Preference will be given to individuals currently employed in mental health-related public healthcare institutions. Additionally, applicants must provide a Letter of Endorsement from their respective public healthcare institution to support their application.