Why do we study the brain? This module will provide you a coherent foundation for understanding the biological bases of human behaviour and on how different cognitive processes are instantiated in the brain. You will learn how to critically appraise the contribution of the various disciplines that comprise cognitive psychology and neuropsychology to our understanding of the human mind and behaviour. You will achieve this while by studying some of the methodological and theoretical issues that are currently considered important in the study of cognitive psychology and neuropsychology such as body perception, emotion, memory and psychopathology.
Lecture 16, Seminar 16
The module is compulsory for the following courses
MSc in Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology
The module is optional for the following courses
MSc Developmental and Educational Psychology
Also available as an elective module.
Short Writing Piece. Assessment Details: Short answer questions 1000 words worth 30%.
Extended Writing. Assessment Details: Essay 2000 words worth 70%.
Reassessment Method: Like for Like
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On successfully completing the module, students will be able to:
1) Outline and explain current theories and debates in the study of cognitive psychology and neuropsychology
2) Understand the contributions made by the different approaches and research methods used in biological and cognitive psychology
3) Critically evaluate the quality of theory and method in published research
4) argue rationally and engage in critical thinking both in a variety of methods
5) Critically discuss suitable scientific methods to further scientific knowledge in key topics of cognitive psychology and neuropsychology
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