ISL402 Islamic Psychology: Human Behaviour and Experience (8)

This subject provides an introduction to the fundamental sub-disciplines and theories in psychology and critically evaluates these theories from Islamic perspectives. The sub-disciplines of contemporary psychology including health, behavioural, developmental, personality, social and cognitive psychology are analysed using the latest research and evidence. The subject also includes Islamic perspectives in relations to human nature, experiences and behaviour. Parallels between contemporary psychological perspectives and Islamic psychology are explored.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
Online
United Theological College

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ISL402. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

Centre for Islamic Studies and Civilisation

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to explain contemporary psychology as a discipline;
  • be able to discuss the sub-disciplines of contemporary psychological theories;
  • be able to critically analyse contemporary psychological issues in comparison to Islamic psychology perspectives;
  • be able to describe the procedures of psychological scientific inquiry;
  • be able to apply a range of psychological theories and Islamic psychological principles to various situations;
  • be able to identify and compare individual and cultural-religious differences; and
  • be able to explain the social and cultural-religious influences in the development of psychological theories and practices.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • Contemporary understanding of human behaviour and experience from the perspective of Islamic psychology.
  • Varieties of consciousness.
  • Biological bases to behaviour and human experiences.
  • Social and personality psychology.
  • Cognitive psychology.
  • General and abnormal psychology.
  • Lifespan development.
  • Social cognition, attitude and prejudice.
  • Emotions and motivations.
  • Islamic health psychology, stress and coping.
  • Mental health and spiritual possession.

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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