INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY I: METHODS AND APPLICATIONS

Course Code

PS 1010

Credit Points

15

Course Coordinator

Dr C Lowe

Pre-requisites

None

Co-requisites

PS 1009

Overview

The course will cover core experimental methods in biological, perceptual and development psychology. These experimental methods will be linked to a range of data handling techniques and interpretation skills.

Structure

The course will consist of weekly group (2 hour) and lecture (1 hour).

Assessment

1st Attempt: Continuous assessment of practicals (100%); including two full practical write ups.

Resit: Students will be able to repeat individual components.

Formative Assessment

Formative assessment will be provided through a subset of the computer practicals.

Feedback

Students will receive written feedback on continuous assessment.