PS112-30 Psychology in Context
Introductory description
This module will introduce the history of psychology and core topics in developmental and cognitive psychology.
Module aims
Previous knowledge of psychology will not be assumed. The module covers 4 key areas of psychology, developing basic knowledge in each. Taken together, PS111 Brain and Behaviour and PS112 Psychology in Context provide a general introduction to Psychology designed to support work in the second and third years of the Psychology Honours Degrees.
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
The class covers four different subjects that represent a sample of research and theoretical topics in psychology.: 1) History of Psychology; 2) Developmental Psychology, 3) Social Psychology, and 4) Psychology of Ageing and Memory.
Psychology in Context is part of a general introduction to Psychology designed as a foundation for further learning in second and third years of the Psychology Honours Degrees.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- be familiar with and able to discuss some of the classic studies in the areas of psychology set out above;
- have a critical appreciation of some of the main concepts and theories in each of the areas;
- locate modern psychology in a wider intellectual and historical context;
- understand the fundamentals of qualitative and observational research methods in psychology;
- understand the parts played by developmental psychology and the study of memory in psychology as a whole; and
- be able to take a historical perspective on psychology as a science.
Indicative reading list
Gleitman, H., Gross, J., & Reisberg, D.(2010). Psychology (8th ed.). New York: W.W. Norton & Co.
Kowalski, R., & Westen, D. (2011). Psychology (6th ed.). Hoboken, N. J., USA: Wiley.
Martin, N. G., Carlson, N.R., & Buskist, W. (2013). Psychology (5th ed.). Allyn & Bacon.
Nolen-Hoeksema, S., Fredrickson, B. L., Loftus, G. R., & Wagenaar, W. A. (2009). Atkinson & Hilgard's introduction to psychology (15th ed.). London: Wadsworth.
Subject specific skills
an awareness of the breadth of topics falling within the disciplines of Psychology
basic knowledge of introductory topics from the core content areas of Psychology
presentation of understanding and evaluation of topics in Psychology within a structured and coherent argument
Transferable skills
effective communication skills to develop an argument supported by relevant evidence
effective personal planning skills.
Study time
| Type | Required |
|---|---|
| Lectures | 29 sessions of 1 hour (10%) |
| Seminars | 7 sessions of 1 hour (2%) |
| Private study | 264 hours (88%) |
| Total | 300 hours |
Private study description
private guided student study.
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You do not need to pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Students can register for this module without taking any assessment.
Assessment group D4
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | 5% | Yes (extension) | |
| Assessment 2 | 5% | No | |
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Two short onlines tests |
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| Assessment 3 | 5% | No | |
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online test |
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| Assessment 4 | 5% | No | |
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4 Online tests (Memory section) |
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| 30CATS Additional Assignment | 20% | Yes (extension) | |
| Online Examination | 60% | No | |
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3 hour exam covering the 4 sections of the module ~Platforms - Moodle
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Feedback on assessment
Formative feedback to assist in completion of summative essay. Academic guidance form for assessed work; online via Tabula and through tutorials
Post-requisite modules
If you pass this module, you can take:
- PS351-15 Psychology and the Law
Courses
This module is Core for:
- Year 1 of UPHA-L1CA Undergraduate Economics, Psychology and Philosophy
This module is Core optional for:
- Year 1 of UPHA-VL78 BA in Philosophy with Psychology
- Year 1 of UIPA-C8L8 Undergraduate Psychology and Global Sustainable Development
This module is Optional for:
- Year 1 of UPHA-VL78 BA in Philosophy with Psychology