PHL407 Philosophy of Psychology (8)
Abstract| This subject consists of a philosophical investigation and critique of the understanding of mind and human behaviour, as well as the underlying methodological approaches, implicit in the following influential psychological schools of thought: Behaviourism, Freudian psychology, Cognitive psychology, humanistic psychology, and social psychology. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 1 | | Distance | Wagga Wagga Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: PHL407
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Humanities and Social Sciences |
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Enrolment restrictions| Admission to BA (Honours) |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
Understand and be able to critique the philosophical underpinnings of the schools of Psychology studied
Understand and be able to apply fundamental philosophical concepts in relation to the models of mind and behaviour offered by these schools
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
Philosophical Foundations of:
1. Behaviourism
2. Freudian Psychology
3. Cognitive Psychology
4. Humanistic/Existentialist Psychology
5. Social Psychology |
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
