Neuropsychology and Clinical Neuroscience unit (PSY325)

Introduction

This advanced unit builds on the intermediate material covered in PSY224 (Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience) which forms a basis for understanding neuropsychological and neuropsychiatric disorders. Lectures in neuropsychology will cover the neuroscience of major neuropsychological disorders and syndromes (e.g., neurodegenerative and developmental disorders, and acquired brain injury), the functional consequences of brain dysfunction, and an introduction to clinical neuropsychological assessment and intervention. Lectures in clinical neuroscience will cover evidence for the neuroscientific basis of neuropsychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, anxiety, and depression. Compulsory practicals (either on campus classes or online activities) will build on topics covered in lectures through interactive activities and demonstrations, including an introduction to neuropsychological test administration, and discussion of case studies of neuropsychological and behavioural disorders/syndromes.

Summary

Unit name	Neuropsychology and Clinical Neuroscience
Unit code	PSY325
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Health School of Psychological Sciences
Discipline	Psychology
Coordinator	Associate Professor Cynthia Honan
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Advanced

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Evaluate the key features and theories related to neuropsychological and neuropsychiatric disorders with reference to underlying brain function, cognition, and behaviour.
• Apply knowledge of features/theories and clinical and experimental approaches relevant to neuropsychological and neuropsychiatric disorders.
• Critically evaluate neuropsychological and neuropsychiatric literature and communicate key concepts to a range of audiences.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

PSY224 - Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	1 x 2-hour Online Lecture modules weekly 1 x 2-hour Practical activities (on campus or online) weekly. 2 hours Independent Learning (Self-directed activities) weekly
Assessment	Quizzes (30%)|Written Assignment (30%)|Final Exam (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Lecturers will provide reference to any required or recommended readings as part of weekly online lecture modules.

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