Hobart, Launceston, Cradle Coast
Introduction
Brain and Behaviour is intended for students of Psychology, Medicine, Pharmacy, and allied science, medical and health professions and introduces major theoretical and empirical areas in psychology, biological bases of behaviour, and their associated practical applications. Lecture topics include nervous system physiology, sensation and perception, learning, motivation, emotion, psychological development, language, and states of consciousness. In tutorial sessions, students will engage with neuroscientific research and related theory through demonstrations and activities in areas related to the lecture topics. Critical thinking and analysis are emphasised in discussions of contemporary research and debates in the field of neuroscience and the biology of behaviour.
Summary 2020
| Unit name | Brain and Behaviour |
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| Unit code | PSY112 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Psychological Sciences |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Coordinator | Allison Matthews |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Fees
Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
KHA106
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 1 x 2 hour lecture weekly 1 x 1 hour practical class weekly 1 x 1 hour of self-directed activities weekly |
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| Assessment | Tests and Quizzes (20%), Written Assignment (800 words, 25%), Research Engagement and Reflection (300 words) (5%) Final exam (2 hr, 50%). |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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