Contemporary Topics in Psychology

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Abstract

The aim of this subject is to allow students to explore contemporary empirical and theoretical topics in psychology. The subject will consist of six seminars delivered by research staff in the school and students will prepare by reading articles set by the relevant staff member. It will provide higher level … For more content click the Read More button below.

The aim of this subject is to allow students to explore contemporary empirical and theoretical topics in psychology. The subject will consist of six seminars delivered by research staff in the school and students will prepare by reading articles set by the relevant staff member. It will provide higher level critical analytic skills that will prepare students for engagement in research and practice in the science of psychology.

Syllabus

The syllabus will be based on the current research interests of the relevant academic staff member(s) each year, and will focus on the core areas of the discipline and science of psychology as follows:Applied psychology (including educational and forensic psychology);Biological psychology;Clinical and health psychology;Developmental psychology;Experimental psychology; andSocial and personality psychology.

The syllabus will be based on the current research interests of the relevant academic staff member(s) each year, and will focus on the core areas of the discipline and science of psychology as follows:
Applied psychology (including educational and forensic psychology);
Biological psychology;
Clinical and health psychology;
Developmental psychology;
Experimental psychology; and
Social and personality psychology.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the theoretical and substantive issues relating to contemporary empirical and theoretical topics in psychology;

be able to demonstrate effective research skills; and

be able to demonstrate higher level critical analytic skills and the ability to produce an original and coherent argument.

Enrolment restrictions

4th year Psychology students only.