Hobart, Launceston
Introduction
This unit provides intermediate level coverage of material introduced in Brain and Behaviour (PSY112) and Psychological Processes (PSY125). Lectures will extend upon introductory material related to the biological basis of behaviour, including the structure and function of the nervous system, how we sense and perceive information, and how we monitor and control our actions. Neuroscience will be balanced with cognitive theories to cover topics such as attention, learning and memory, emotion, cognitive control, and language. Practical classes provide hands-on demonstrations and exercises related to lecture topics. Students develop their understanding of behavioural and cognitive neuroscience, and further develop their skills in critically reviewing research literature, analysing and interpreting data, and reporting findings from psychological research.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience |
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| Unit code | PSY224 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Psychological Sciences |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Coordinator | Assoc Prof Luke Johnson |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Fees
Requisites
Prerequisites
PSY112 and (PSY211 or KHA201)
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
KHA258
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 1 x 2-hour lecture weekly 1 x 2-hour practical weekly. |
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| Assessment | Tests and Quizzes (20%), Written Assignment (30%), Final exam (2hr, 50%). |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required | None |
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