BIOLOGICAL BASES OF PSYCHOLOGY 1 (MM) - 2017/8
Module code: PSY1028
Module provider
Psychology
Module Leader
VIOLANTE I Dr (Psychology)
Number of Credits
15
ECTS Credits
7.5
Framework
FHEQ Level 4
JACs code
C800
Module cap (Maximum number of students)
N/A
Module Availability
Semester 1
Overall student workload
Independent Study Hours: 128
Lecture Hours: 22
Assessment pattern
Assessment type | Unit of assessment | Weighting |
---|---|---|
Coursework | ESSAY (4 PAGES) | 25 |
Examination | MCQ EXAM (90 MINUTES) | 75 |
Alternative Assessment
N/A
Prerequisites / Co-requisites
Learning outcomes
Attributes Developed | |
---|---|
1. demonstrate a basic knowledge about structure and function of the nervous system as listed below (K) | K |
Appreciate the many ways in which biopsychological research contributes to our understanding of human behaviour, cognition, and motivations / emotions | KC |
Demonstrate an understanding of basic neuro-scientific methods used in modern biological psychology | KC |
Demonstrate an ability to critically assess application of these methods in published work | KCT |
Demonstrate a basic capacity to structure and write a critical evaluation of empirical work in biological psychology | CPT |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Module content
Methods of Teaching / Learning
Assessment Strategy
Reading list
Reading list for BIOLOGICAL BASES OF PSYCHOLOGY 1 (MM) : http://aspire.surrey.ac.uk/modules/psy1028
Programmes this module appears in
Programme | Semester | Classification | Qualifying conditions |
---|---|---|---|
Sociology with Psychology BSc (Hons) | 1 | Compulsory | A weighted aggregate mark of 40% is required to pass the module |
Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2017/8 academic year.