PSY101 Foundations of Psychology 1 (8)
Abstract
This subject, along with Foundations of Psychology 2, provides a thorough introduction to psychology. Foundations 1 subject includes philosophical, historical, theoretical and methodological backgrounds to psychology as well as a range of content areas. For each topic, fundamental principles, theories, methods and research findings are studied. Students are also given practical experience in writing in psychology. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
Session 1 | Online | Bathurst Campus | On Campus | Bathurst Campus | On Campus | Port Macquarie | On Campus | Wagga Wagga Campus | Session 2 | Online | Bathurst Campus | Session 3 | Online | Bathurst Campus |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: PSY101
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 informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | HD/FL | School of Psychology |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to demonstrate familiarity with the nature of psychology as a discipline and a profession
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of the historical development of psychological theories
- be able to explain the major theories of psychology
- be able to analyse contemporary issues from a psychological perspective
- be able to describe the procedures of psychological scientific inquiry
- be able to apply a range of psychological theories, principles, and research findings to various situations
- be able to demonstrate and understanding of the structure of a scientific psychological report and academic essay
- be able to demonstrate an understanding of individual and cultural differences
- be able to identify ethical issues in research and practice
- be able to explain the social and cultural influences in the development of psychological theories and practice
- be able to critically reflect on the research process.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- - the historical, philosophical, theoretical, and methodological backgrounds to psychology
- - biological bases to behaviour
- - sensation and perception
- - varieties of consciousness
- - learning
- - human memory
- - language and thought
- - intelligence and psychological testing
- - basic research methods
- - presentation of written material in APS style
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The information contained in the 2017 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 25 August 2017. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.