Last modified: 18 Mar 2020 09:59
This course aims to provide students with a good understanding of the biological basis of behaviour and cognition. The course is split into two sections, each featuring 6 lectures. Section 1 focuses on psychopharmacology, which is the investigation of the effect of medication on normal and abnormal brain function. Section 2 examines brain function and memory, with a specific focus on the application of this knowledge within the criminal justice system.
Specific topics that will be covered include: neurotransmitters; drug effects; Alzheimer's disease; memory and psychedelic drugs.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 3 |
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| Term | First Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 20 | |
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| Feedback | Word Count | 2000 | ||
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 75 | |
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 5 | |
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Oral feedback on tutorial activities by the supervising tutor. Written feedback on written assignment within 3 weeks after assignment has been handed in. |
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There are no assessments for this course.
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 75 | |
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