Programming for Experiments (946C8)
Programming for Experiments
Module 946C8
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
The aim of the module is to introduce students to the Python programming language and highlight how Python can be used to generate and present stimuli, collect responses, as well as analyse data and visualise results of psychological experiments, following standard coding conventions.
Full Module Description
The aim of the module is to introduce students to the Python programming language and highlight how Python can be used to generate and present stimuli, collect responses, as well as analyse data and visualise results of psychological experiments, following standard coding conventions.
Module learning outcomes
Systematically understand key aspects of programming in Python.
Analyse experimental data and visualise results.
Devise, develop, and deliver experiments in Python.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Software Exercise | Semester 2 Assessment Week 1 Thu 16:00 | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Test | T2 Week 6 (2 hours) | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Dr Theodoros Karapanagiotidis
Convenor, Assess convenor
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