Details for Introduction to Psychology
This subject provides a basic overview of the nature, scope, models and theories of modern psychology and allows you to consider how these may impact on the worldview you currently hold.
Quick Info
- Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
- Course code: SSC503
- Credit points: 10
- Subject coordinator: Rebecca Loundar
Awards offering Introduction to Psychology
This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:
Unit Content
Outcomes
- Demonstrate advanced critical thinking skills in the discipline of psychology;
- Compare and contrast the main theories and streams of contemporary psychology;
- Reflect critically on the integration of psychological concepts and your own worldview.
Subject Content
- Developmental Psychology: Developing through the lifespan; gender & sexuality
- Cognitive Psychology: Sensation and perception; learning & memory; thinking, language, and intelligence
- Psychobiology and Neuroscience: Neuroscience and consciousness; motivation and emotion
- Clinical Psychology: Personality
- Abnormal Psychology: Psychological disorders
- Social Psychology
- Health Psychology: Stress, Health and Human Flourishing; Biological, Psychological, Social & Spiritual Models
This course may be offered in the following formats
- Onsite (on campus)
- Online (e-Learning)
- Intensive
Assessment Methods
- Exam (20%)
- Major Essay (50%)
- Critical Reflection (30%)
Prescribed Text
- Weiten, W. (2017). Psychology: Themes and variations (10th ed). Belmont, CA: Thomson/Wadsworth.
Please consult your instructor before purchasing any textbooks.