PSYC A229
PSYC A229 |
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BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY: THEORIES AND PRINCIPLES |
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Course Coordinator:
Dr Vera Hau, BA (Hunter College, CUNY); MA (Stony Brook University, SUNY); PhD (Stony Brook University, SUNY)
Course Developer:
Ng Tin Yan
Advisory Prerequisite(s)
PSYC A212 / PSYC A228 and SCI S122
Excluded Combinations and Courses Not Allowed to be Taken Again
PSYC A226
Aims
PSYC A229 Biological Psychology: Theories and Principles aims to help students develop a critical understanding of the major concepts and theories of biological psychology, as well as the research methods and methodologies used in biological psychology and neuroscience. The course covers the application of biological psychology in explaining human behaviours and mental processes, as well as discusses the current developments and debates in the field of biological psychology. Upon completion of the course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the major concepts and theories of biological psychology, and will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to critically evaluate research in the field.
Contents
The course covers the following topics:
Learning support
There will be ten two-hour tutorials and three day schools.
Assessment
There are five assignments and a final examination.
Online requirement
Students are required to submit assignments via the Online Learning Environment (OLE).
Set book(s)
A custom textbook will be provided.
