Introduction
Brain and Behaviour provides an introduction to key topics in psychology with an emphasis on their biological basis. Topics include biological psychology, sensation and perception, learning, motivation, emotion, human development, language, and states of consciousness. Key theories and related research findings are introduced through online lecture modules. Practical activities, demonstrations and experiments will deepen understanding of these topics, and research skills will be developed through collecting, interpreting, and communicating research data. This introductory unit is a suitable elective for students from a range of degree pathways.
Summary
| Unit name | Brain and Behaviour |
| Unit code | PSY112 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health School of Psychological Sciences |
| Discipline | Psychology |
| Coordinator | Doctor Rebecca St George |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Introductory |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Learning Outcomes
- Explain key theories and concepts in biological psychology, sensation and perception, learning, motivation and emotion, human development, language, and states of consciousness.
- Describe how scientific research is used to examine psychological phenomena and underlying biological processes.
- Implement practical skills in research by sourcing, interpreting and communicating scientific information.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 hour Online lecture module weekly 1 x 2 hour practical class weekly 2 hours independent learning weekly
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| Assessment | Weekly Quizzes (20%)|Final Exam (35%)|Written assignment - Essay (45%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
It is important that you have ongoing access to these required readings, so they will be available for a limited loan period from the University of Tasmania Library collection. You are, however, encouraged to buy these texts as they will be useful resources throughout your study. • D.A. Bernstein, J. A. Pooley, L. Cohen, S. Provost, J. Cranney, and N. Drew (2023). Psychology: Australian and New Zealand Edition. (4th Ed). Australia: Cengage Learning • American Psychological Association (2020). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association. |
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| Recommended | Lecturers may recommend articles and chapters relevant to specific content. These recommended readings may be provided for you on MyLO, or you may have to employ your research skills to find the materials through the library. |
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