Summary

71 modules found

  2. PN1001 - Fundamentals of Psychology 1

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    1
    SCOTCAT credits
    20
    Level
    1000
    Timetable
    Lectures: 12.00 noon - 1:00 pm, Mon, Wed, Thu & Fri. 2-hour workshop: one of Mon 10.00 am - 12 noon, 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm, 4.00 pm - 6.00 pm, Tues 11.00 am - 1.00 pm, 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
    Assessment
    Library Assignment = 5%; Lab Report = 20%; Class Test = 40%; Exam = 35%
    Coordinator
    Prof P J Miles

    This module aims (i) to provide an introduction to the theoretical foundations, historical perspectives and modern developments of psychology; (ii) to provide an introduction to…

  3. PN1002 - Fundamentals of Psychology 2

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    2
    SCOTCAT credits
    20
    Level
    1000
    Timetable
    Lecture 12.00 noon - 1:00 pm Mon, Wed, Thu & Fri. 2-hour workshop: one of Mon 10-12, 2-4, 4-6, Tues 9-11, 11-1, 2-4
    Assessment
    Research Proposal = 5%; Lab Report = 20%; Class Test = 40%; Exam = 35%
    Coordinator
    Prof P J Miles

    This module aims (i) to provide an introduction to the theoretical foundations, historical perspectives and modern developments of psychology; (ii) to provide an introduction to…

  4. PN1901 - Introduction to Psychology 1

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    1
    SCOTCAT credits
    20
    Level
    1000
    Timetable
    Lectures and seminars: Thursdays 6.30-9
    Assessment
    Coursework = 100%
    Coordinator
    Mr P L Gardner

    This module is designed to introduce the principles of some of the key areas of modern psychology, and to demonstrate that it is a diverse and interdisciplinary science. A major…

  5. PN2001 - Advanced Principles of Psychology 1

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    1
    SCOTCAT credits
    30
    Level
    2000
    Timetable
    Lectures: 10.00 am - 11.00 am Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 3 hour practical: one of Wed 2-5pm, Thur 10-1pm, Thur 2-5pm; Tutorials: times to be arranged in School (Weeks 2, 5, 8, 11)
    Assessment
    2-hour Written Examination = 60%, Coursework = 40%
    Coordinator
    Dr M P Ellis

    This module uses PS1001 and PS1002 as the foundation for a more advanced treatment of a number of areas in psychology. In this way, and in conjunction with PN2002, it forms a…

  6. PN2002 - Advanced Principles of Psychology 2

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    2
    SCOTCAT credits
    30
    Level
    2000
    Timetable
    Lectures: 10.00 am - 11:00 am Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri. 3-hour practical: one of Wed 2-5pm, Thu 10-1pm, Thu 2-5pm); Tutorials: times to be arranged in School (Weeks 2, 5, 8, 11)
    Assessment
    2-hour Written Examination = 60%, Coursework = 40%
    Coordinator
    Dr M P Ellis

    This module uses PS1001 and PS1002 as the foundation for a more advanced treatment of a number of areas in psychology and extends the range of teaching available in PN2001 to…

  7. PN2202 - Neuroscience

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    2
    SCOTCAT credits
    15
    Level
    2000
    Timetable
    Thursday and Fridays 12 - 1pm, practicals to be confirmed
    Assessment
    Coursework = 40%, Examination - 60%
    Coordinator
    Dr A E Smith

    This module introduces the students to fundamental concepts and skills in neuroscience. Students will gain knowledge via lectures, seminars and practical sessions. They will learn …

  8. PN2901 - Introduction to Psychology 2

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    2
    SCOTCAT credits
    20
    Level
    2000
    Timetable
    Thursdays 6.30-9
    Assessment
    Coursework = 100%
    Coordinator
    Mr P L Gardner

    This module uses PS1901 as a foundation for a more advanced treatment of key areas of psychology. The aim is to develop a more detailed appreciation of psychological science. A…

  9. PN3025 - Psychological Statistics and Methodology 1

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    1
    SCOTCAT credits
    20
    Level
    3000
    Timetable
    Lectures: pre-recorded and will be released on Wednesdays at 9am; Workshops: Mondays one of 9-11.30, 12-2.30, 3-5.30
    Assessment
    Coursework = 100%
    Coordinator
    Dr E P O'Sullivan

    This module is designed to provide a basic understanding of research design and statistics that will provide the foundations for independent empirical research and critical…

  10. PN3031 - Conceptual Issues and Theoretical Perspectives

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    1
    SCOTCAT credits
    10
    Level
    3000
    Timetable
    Lectures: Thursdays 9-11 (Module runs in Weeks 1-5 only) Workshops: Thursdays one of 2-3, 3-4, 4-5 (Module runs in Weeks 1-5 only)
    Assessment
    Coursework = 100%
    Coordinator
    Mr P L Gardner

    This module addresses the historical and philosophical background to current debates in psychology. The module will be taught via lectures and seminars. Emphasis will be placed on …

  11. PN3032 - Assessment in Clinical Psychology

    Year
    2025-2026
    Semester
    2
    SCOTCAT credits
    10
    Level
    3000
    Timetable
    Lectures: Thursdays 9-11 (Module runs in Weeks 7 - 11 only) Workshops: Thursdays one of 2-3, 3-4, 4-5 (Module runs in Weeks 7 - 11 only)
    Assessment
    1.5-hour Written Examination = 100%
    Coordinator
    Dr D Balslev

    This module presents psychopathological conditions and provides a basic understanding of the underlying neuronal and/or cognitive-behavioural mechanisms. Examples will be drawn…