# PSYC 282 — Research Design in Psychology (AUB) > PSYC 282 Research Design in Psychology at American University of Beirut. 3.0/5 from 2 ratings · 3 student reviews · 30 shared files. Source: https://studiety.com/aub/course/788 Retrieved: 2026-09-18 ## Facts - Course code: PSYC 282 - Title: Research Design in Psychology - University: American University of Beirut (AUB) - Subject: Psychology - Department: Psychology - Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Sciences - Credits: 3 - Professors on record (3): Jen, Jennifer Fisher, Jihane Ghorayeb ## Catalogue description This course is the first part of the required research sequence for students majoring in psychology. It provides students with a solid foundation in the basic quantitative research methods and design, addresses ethical issues and validity in psychological research, and introduces students to statistical analyses that will be needed for PSYC 284, PSYC 290, and other research-related courses. ## Quick answers ### What is PSYC 282 at AUB? PSYC 282 Research Design in Psychology is a 3-credit course at American University of Beirut (AUB), in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. This course is the first part of the required research sequence for students majoring in psychology. ### How many credits is PSYC 282? PSYC 282 Research Design in Psychology is worth 3 credits at AUB. ### Is PSYC 282 hard? Students rate PSYC 282 3.0 out of 5 overall, from 2 ratings. ### Who teaches PSYC 282 at AUB? Studiety has 3 professors on record for PSYC 282: Jen, Jennifer Fisher, Jihane Ghorayeb. Sections change every term, so check the registrar for who is teaching now. ### What are the prerequisites for PSYC 282? PSYC 282 lists 1 prerequisite: PSYC 201 Introduction to Psychological Sciences. ### Are there past papers for PSYC 282? Yes — 30 files for PSYC 282 have been shared by AUB students on Studiety, including exams, quizzes, syllabi and notes. They are free to download with a student account. ## Student ratings - Overall: 3.0/5 from 2 ratings ## Prerequisites - [PSYC 201 — Introduction to Psychological Sciences](https://studiety.com/aub/course/671) ## Shared course material 30 files shared by students. Free to download after signing up. - Test Banks: 30 ## Student reviews 3 of 3 reviews by students who took the course. Any review carried over from elsewhere is marked with its source on its own line. - **3/5 · 2025-06** — PSYC 282 with Jen is not as bad as its reputation suggests, though the workload is somewhat high with assignments and two exams. The literature review and its outline/matrix are the hardest part, so it helps to choose a research topic and start reading academic articles early. - **3/5 · 2025-06** — PSYC 282 with Dr. Jen is not as bad as some people describe, but the workload is genuinely heavy with assignments plus two exams, though it's doable. The toughest part is the literature review and its outline/matrix, so students should pick a research topic and start reading academic articles early; otherwise the course is fine. - **2019-08** — She’s great at explaining the material, not boring at all and covers every but of it. exams are tricky however, but if you study daily you can easily get 80s. As for the assignments, the course has many whether you take it with her or someone else. She gives clear instructions for them and she’s ready to help you during her office hours or even skype with you. She’s strict at grading the assignment if you didnt follow her instructions. A lot of people give her negative feedback but she’s one of the best instructors in the department. ## See also - [All Psychology courses at AUB](https://studiety.com/aub/subject/psychology.md) - [Every AUB subject](https://studiety.com/aub/subjects.md) --- From Studiety (https://studiety.com/), an independent, student-run course guide. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any university. Reviews are the opinions of individual students.