Mind, Brain & Behaviour 1

Mind, Brain & Behaviour 1 provides an introduction to the psychological concepts, theories and neural mechanisms that explain how we sense, perceive, learn, think and remember. Students are introduced to the research methods used in psychology for answering questions and solving problems related to human behaviour. Students apply their knowledge and skills in a team-based project that addresses a contemporary problem and communicate their findings in a team-based presentation. They learn how to build an evidence-based argument and communicate this in an individual literature review or empirical report.

• 1Describe the core psychological theories, models and empirical findings that underpin knowledge of behavioural neuroscience, sensation and perception, learning and memory, psychological research methods and ethics.
• 2Critically evaluate psychological theories, models, and research.
• 3Describe, analyse, and interpret psychological data.
• 4Apply assessment criteria to evaluate the quality of reasoning and argumentation.
• 5Collaborate effectively within a team to develop a research proposal to investigate a psychological research question.
• 6Provide constructive feedback to peers about the quality of reasoning and argumentation.
• 7Independently write a literature review or research report responding to a psychological question.