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PY1101 - Exploring Psychology: from Brain to Practice
Credit points: |
3 |
Year: |
2021 |
Student Contribution Band: |
Band
4 |
Administered by: |
College of Healthcare Sciences |
This subject provides a general introduction to the theoretical and methodological
foundations of psychological science and its applications. Drawing upon contemporary
research, the subject will explore the 'how and why' behind mental processes and behaviour.
Students will explore these issues in key sub-discipline areas of psychological science
such as the nervous system, memory, cognition, lifespan development, cross-culture,
psychological disorders and health. In order to gain a comprehensive appreciation
of the content and methodology of psychology as a whole, students are strongly encouraged
to also enrol in PY1102.
Learning Outcomes
- understand the complexity of drivers of mental processes and human behaviour;
- describe the key theories of the major sub-disciplines of psychological science, addressed
in the subject;
- understand the scientific methodological process of psychology;
- understand the ways in which research findings in psychology might be applied to the
understanding and solution of human problems.
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (55%) - Individual
- Written > Critical appraisal/review - (35%) - Individual
- Participation > Research/Project participation - (10%) - Individual.
Special Assessment Requirements
Passing requirements: achieve a cumulative score of at least 50% after the application
of any penalties such as late penalties.
Inadmissible Subject Combinations:
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PY1105 |
Availabilities
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JCU Singapore,
Study Period 51,
Internal
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Census Date 08-Apr-2021 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Connar McShane, Dr Peter Chew |
Lecturers:
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Dr Connar McShane, Dr Peter Chew, Dr Jessica Oliva. |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 12 hours tutorials
- 10 hours online interactive lectures
- 16 hours pre-recorded content/lectures
- assessment and self-directed study
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Restrictions: |
An enrolment quota applies to this offering.
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JCU Singapore,
Study Period 53,
Internal
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Census Date 02-Dec-2021 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Connar McShane, Dr Peter Chew |
Lecturers:
|
Dr Connar McShane, Dr Peter Chew, Dr Jessica Oliva. |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 12 hours tutorials
- 10 hours online interactive lectures
- 16 hours pre-recorded content/lectures
- assessment and self-directed study
|
Restrictions: |
An enrolment quota applies to this offering.
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Townsville,
Study Period 1,
Internal
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Census Date 25-Mar-2021 |
Coordinator: |
Dr Connar McShane, Dr Peter Chew |
Lecturers:
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Assoc. Professor Kerry McBain, Dr Connar McShane, Dr Peter Chew, Assoc. Professor Garry Kidd, Assoc. Professor Wendy Li, <Person not found>, Dr Shou-Han Zhou, Assoc. Professor Marie Caltabiano. |
Workload expectations: |
The student workload for this
3
credit point subject is approximately
130 hours.
- 12 hours tutorials
- 26 hours pre-recorded content/lectures
- assessment and self-directed study
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Note:
Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process,
and in case
of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest
official information.