IGNOU BPCC-108 Assignment 2026-27
Statistical Methods for Psychological Research-II
Last updated by IGNOU: 29 Jul 2026. Guide written from the official PDF on 27 Oct 2026, 04:26 pm.
| Course code | BPCC-108 |
|---|---|
| Course title | Statistical Methods for Psychological Research-II |
| Programme | Bachelor of ArtsBAFPC, BAPCH, BAM, BSCM, BAFEG, BAFHD, BAFSK, BAFUD, BAFHI, BAFEC, BAFPY, BAFPS, BAFPA, BAFSO, BAFJDM, BCOMF, BSCFAN, BSCFBC, BSCFMT, BFSW, BAMSME, BSCFFSQM, BPAFHM, BAFFSM, BAFVTM, BFTTM, BAFEDU, BAFHSC |
| School | School of Social Sciences |
| Assignment code | Asst /TMA /July 2026- January 2027 |
| Session | July 2026 - January 2027 |
| Maximum marks | 100 |
| Weightage | 30% |
| Last date (June exam) | 31 Mar 2027 |
| Last date (December exam) | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Medium | English, Hindi |
About the BPCC-108 assignment
The BPCC-108 assignment covers hypothesis testing, parametric and non-parametric methods, ANOVA, chi-square, the median test and SPSS. Its tutorial activities involve interpreting statistical output, collecting and analysing data in Excel, and reviewing a course unit.
Part A has two assignments: two questions worth 20 marks each, with answers of about 500 words where applicable, and six questions worth 5 marks each, with answers of about 100 words where applicable. Part B is a compulsory 30-mark tutorial with three activities worth 5, 10 and 15 marks. The final activity requires a review of about 1,000 words.
What the assignment asks
| Question | Marks | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 20 | Explain the purpose of hypothesis testing and outline the steps used to test a hypothesis. |
| Q2 | 20 | Calculate a parametric one-way ANOVA using the Family Environment Scale scores supplied for four groups. |
| Q3 | 5 | Distinguish between parametric and non-parametric statistical methods. |
| Q4 | 5 | Calculate chi-square using the supplied agree and disagree responses from two groups. |
| Q5 | 5 | Describe the Mann–Whitney U test. |
| Q6 | 5 | Compare the Kruskal–Wallis ANOVA test with parametric one-way ANOVA. |
| Q7 | 5 | Perform a one-sample median test on the supplied set of scores. |
| Q8 | 5 | Describe the functions of data view, variable view and output view in SPSS. |
| Tutorial Activity 1 | 5 | Interpret the supplied SPSS one-way ANOVA output to assess differences in adjustment across three phases of adolescence. |
| Tutorial Activity 2 | 10 | Collect age and work-experience data from 30 employed adults, equally divided between males and females, and report Excel calculations of the mean, standard deviation and t-test with the steps followed. |
| Tutorial Activity 3 | 15 | Write an approximately 1,000-word review in your own words covering the important aspects of any one unit from Block 4. |
This is a summary of each question. Download the official PDF above for the exact questions and word limits.
How to write and submit it
- Complete both assignments and all three tutorial activities, following the word limits wherever applicable.
- Write the assignment and tutorial by hand in your own words; typed, printed or copied answers are not permitted, and copied answers receive zero for the relevant question.
- Use A4 ruled paper for assignment answers, leave a 4 cm left margin and space between answers, and tie the pages securely; the tutorial may use ruled or blank A4 paper, with tables and graphs drawn in pencil.
- Include a title page with your name, enrolment number, email address, Regional Centre, Study Centre, programme title and code, course title and code, and tutorial code.
- Attach a copy of the TMA to the completed assignment before submission.
- Submit the completed work only to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre within the deadline; if a centre change is pending, use the original centre until IGNOU confirms the change.
- Obtain and retain a submission receipt, and keep a photocopy of your completed assignment.
Submission dates: 31 March 2027 (June term-end exam); 30 September 2026 (December term-end exam), as listed in the current official listing. Dates can differ by session; the PDF separately gives 30 September 2027 for the January 2027 session.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BPCC-108 assignment for July 2026 and January 2027?
It is the assignment for Statistical Methods for Psychological Research-II, with assignment code Asst /TMA /July 2026- January 2027.
How many marks does the BPCC-108 assignment carry?
It carries 100 marks: 40 for Assignment One, 30 for Assignment Two and 30 for the tutorial. Assignments contribute 30% to the final course result.
What are the word limits for BPCC-108?
Assignment One requires about 500 words per answer and Assignment Two about 100 words per answer, wherever applicable. Tutorial Activity 3 requires a review of about 1,000 words.
Is the BPCC-108 tutorial compulsory?
Yes. All three tutorial activities are compulsory and are evaluated by the academic counsellor. The tutorial code is Tutorial /July 2026-27.
What are the BPCC-108 submission deadlines?
The current official listing gives 31 March 2027 for the June term-end exam and 30 September 2026 for the December term-end exam. Dates can differ by session: the PDF gives 30 September 2027 for the January 2027 session.
Where should I submit BPCC-108, and can I type it?
Submit it to the Coordinator of your allotted Study Centre and keep the receipt and a photocopy. Both the assignment and tutorial must be handwritten, not typed.
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