This module introduces students to the study of psychology, with the aim of providing an introductory understanding of key topics within psychology and seminal psychological research. The module will explore psychology as a Science and the research methods common in psychological research. The lectures will cover some of the key concepts and findings in the study of abnormal psychology, sensation, consciousness, child psychology, motivation, emotion, memory and attitudes, group processes (all in term 1) and evolutionary psychology, personality, visual perception, social-cognitive psychology, health psychology and psychobiology (all in term 2).
The module encourages students to explore classical concepts in psychology within the context of cutting edge research and contemporary issues within modern society. There is a particular focus on how psychology and concepts within the subject can inform controversial issues in everyday society.
Total contact hours: 92
Private study hours: 210
Total Study hours: 300
Compulsory for:
BSc (Hons) Psychology with a Foundation Year
Optional for:
BSc (Hons) Economics with a Foundation Year
Credit International Foundation Programme
LLB (Hons) Law with a Foundation Year
BA (Hons) Politics and International Relations with a Foundation Year
Assignment 1 (1000 words) (15%)
Online Test 1 (45 minutes) (15%)
Assignment 2 (1500 words) (25%)
Seminar Participation (5%)
Examinations, (2 hours) (40%)
JYA English Plus alternative assessment in lieu of exam:
Written Assignment (1,500 words)
Reassessment Details:
100% Coursework
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Demonstrate introductory understanding and knowledge of psychology and its research methods.
Show a familiarity and awareness of how key concepts in psychology relate to current and contemporary issue in modern society.
Show an awareness of sub-disciplines within Psychology and how these relate to each other.
Demonstrate introductory understanding and knowledge of abnormal psychology, sensation, consciousness, child psychology, motivation, emotion, memory and attitudes, group processes (all term 1) and evolutionary psychology, personality, visual perception, social-cognitive psychology, health psychology and psychobiology (all term 2).
Select, evaluate and use relevant information from a range of textual formats (e.g. quantitative, tabular and graphic data, reports, textbooks and articles) relevant to the study of Psychology.
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