Course Topics

MODULE 1 – Introduction to Psychology and Clinical Psychology

• Scientific research in the field of psychology
• Research methods, Experimental Design and Ethics
• Health Psychology and Health Management
• The Biological, Psychological and Social Causes of Mental Disorders
• Treatment of Mental Disorders

MODULE 2 – Neuropsychology

• Brain and Behaviour
• Functional Anatomy of Sensation
• Perception
• Cognitive Neuroscience, Consciousness and Attention
• Learning
• Attention, Memory, Reasoning and Decision-making

MODULE 3 – Developmental Psychology

• Language
• Genetics and Intelligence
• Lifespan Development
• Major Theories of Developmental Psychology
• Self and Others: A comparative perspective
• Social Development

MODULE 4 – Evolution, Social and Personality Psychology

• Evolution, Heredity and Behaviour
• Motivation
• Emotion
• Personality Theories
• Social psychology

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More information:

• Computer Requirements and Internet Access
• Moodle, Our Online Learning Environment 
• Academic Integrity
• Evaluation
• Suggested Time Commitment
• Required Material