96632 Introduction to Psychology B
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Credit points: 6 cp
Result type: Grade and marks
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Description
Psychology is a diverse field which seeks to understand human behaviour and mental processes. Along with Introduction to Psychology A, this is one of two subjects that introduce students to the core concepts of psychological science, and builds foundational skills in academic report writing and critical thinking. Students explore the history and philosophy of psychology and gain experience in the application of psychological methods and interventions to the study of mind and behaviour. Students learn about leading psychological theories across a range of psychology's major subfields and explore how biology, learning, cognition, motivation, and emotion filter experience. Such insights help us to better understand human behaviour and individual differences, and foster values of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
| 011. | Describe key concepts, principles, and theories in psychology. |
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| 012. | Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of psychology's major subfields and key theories in psychology. |
| 013. | Describe historically important perspectives (e.g., theoretical orientations) in psychological science. |
| 014. | Describe examples of relevant and practical applications of psychological principles to everyday life. |
| 023. | Define psychological research concepts in a research study. |
| 038. | Express knowledge of the terminology, logic, and procedures used in research. |
| 053. | Describe the roles of whiteness, power, and dominance, and the manner in which these manifest and influence and shape understandings, realities and experiences. |
| 064. | Present clear and concise communications to fulfill a purpose and address specific audiences. |
| 067. | Organise ideas to fit a project's purpose and length. |
| 067. | Organise ideas to fit a project's purpose and length. |
| 071. | Summarise main ideas from psychology sources and research. |
| 090. | Participate in relevant activities to gain experience in the application of psychological methods and interventions. |