Psychology

Advanced Topics in Psychology

Module code: C8525
Level 6
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Lecture
Assessment modes: Coursework, Unseen examination

On this module, you’ll discuss current topics across a range of psychology disciplines, including:

  • health and clinical psychology
  • child development
  • sensory and perceptual systems
  • animal behaviour
  • group processes.

You’ll cover both cutting-edge methods and state-of-the-art theoretical approaches. You’ll gain a critical insight into how psychology is informing our understanding of our world and society today.

Module learning outcomes

  • Systematically understand methodological approaches to the psychological interpretation of behaviour
  • Show appreciation of how psychological theory is used to solve practical problems in modern society