Unit information: Introduction to Biological Psychology in 2017/18

Unit name	Introduction to Biological Psychology
Unit code	PSYC10009
Credit points	10
Level of study	C/4
Teaching block(s)	Teaching Block 2C (weeks 13 - 18)
Unit director	Dr. Turk
Open unit status	Open
Pre-requisites	None
Co-requisites	None
School/department	School of Psychological Science
Faculty	Faculty of Life Sciences

Description including Unit Aims

This unit provides an introduction on the biological approach to behaviour with particular reference to the importance of neurophysiological processes.

The aims of this unit are to cover concepts relevant to brain functioning from chemistry, biology and neuroscience, and to study how biological and cognitive explanations are complementary.

Intended Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, a student will be able to:

1. Identify the major theoretical perspectives taken in biological psychology relevant to brain functioning.
2. Recognise the new insights into how the mind (brain) supports a range of key human behaviours.
3. Define the methodologies and techniques used in biological psychology.

Teaching Information

Weekly lectures, and a revision session.

Assessment Information

Multiple-choice examination (100%).

Reading and References

Essential

Schacter, D. L., Gilbert, D. T., Wegner, D. M., & Hood, B. M. (2015). Psychology (2^nd European ed.). Basingstoke, UK: Palgrave MacMillan.

Recommended

Kalat, J. W. (2013). Biological psychology (11^th ed. International Student ed.). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.

Additional recommended and further reading will be made available through Blackboard