Unit information: Introduction to Developmental Psychology in 2013/14

Unit name	Introduction to Developmental Psychology
Unit code	PSYC10008
Credit points	10
Level of study	C/4
Teaching block(s)	Teaching Block 2C (weeks 13 - 18)
Unit director	Dr. Josie Briscoe
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 to developmental psychology. It focuses on key stages of perceptual, cognitive and social development from a strong biological perspective.

Intended Learning Outcomes

On completion of the unit, you should be familiar with the major theoretical perspectives taken in developmental psychology as well as having a general understanding of the unique methodologies and techniques, for studying young children. This unit should lay the foundation for other aspects of psychology covered in other units.

Teaching Information

This unit comprises 16 x 50 minutes lectures, plus an overview session and a revision session for the end of unit examinations.

Assessment Information

• 50% coursework

• 50% MCQ examination

Reading and References

Schacter, D.l., Gilbert, D.T., Wegner, D.M, Hood, B. (2011). Psychology. Houndmills: Palgrave Macmillan.