Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 101183

Coordinator Liquan Liu Opens in new window

Description This subject expands on the nature and history of psychology as a scientific discipline by focussing on the study of the biological bases of human behaviour, memory, language and thought, sensation and perception, motivation, emotion and learning. Research methods to scientifically study behaviour are introduced, including ethical research and practice with reference to diverse cultural contexts.

School Psychology

Discipline Behavioural Science

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 1 subject

Restrictions

Note that only students enrolled at WSU Online may register in the WSU Online subjects offered at that location.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Identify major issues and debates in the nature and history of psychology.
2. Recognise the key theoretical concepts and major empirical findings in the domains of psychology covered in the subject.
3. Describe the methods used by psychologists in their research, including an evaluation of ethical practice in culturally diverse contexts.
4. Construct a partial research report conforming to current APA (American Psychological Association) Publication Guidelines.

Subject Content

1. Introduction to the Subject
2. Research Methods
3. Cross-cultural Psychology
4. Aboriginal Psychology
5. Sensation & Perception
6. Genes & Environment
7. Biological Bases of Mental Life & Behaviour
8. Learning
9. Applied Psychology
10. Language & Thinking
11. Emotion & Motivation
12. Consciousness