Courses & Units
Understanding Psychology EUS036
Introduction
Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour, human experience, and mental processes and the application of that knowledge to help both individuals and groups. The objectives of the course are to introduce students to a range of topics in the field of psychology, to introduce students to some key theories and concepts and to raise students’ awareness of the role of scientific method in inquiry in psychology. Tutorials will cover topics such as the brain, learning, intelligence and abnormal psychology.
Summary
| Unit name | Understanding Psychology |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EUS036 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| College/School | Division of Future Students English Language Centre |
| Discipline | English Language Centre |
| Coordinator | Ms Julia Pankowski |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
This unit is currently unavailable.
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Learning Outcomes
- Locate, retrieve and use relevant and appropriate sources of information.
- Synthesise key information relating to psychological theories, principles and practices.
- Give an oral presentation on an Anxiety Disorder which adheres to academic conventions including structure, style and referencing.
- Identify a range of psychological theories, principles and practices.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| not applicable |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Teaching
| Assessment | Examination - invigilated (centrally) (40%)|Infographic (30%)|Presentation (20%)|Assignment (10%) |
|---|---|
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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