| Semester 1 Credit Value: | 10 |
|---|---|
• to develop an understanding of the relationships between mind, brain, and behaviour;
• to promote an understanding of the research and theory relevant to the study of cognitive functioning in selected areas of interest;
• to present evidence gained from approaches of Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Neuropsychology, and Cognitive Neuroscience;
Original Summary:
The course is taught by lectures and seminars to provide an account of research, models, and theories in areas of Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience. These presentations are supplemented by essential private study.
Historical background, the neural substrates of cognition (biological foundations), research methods, selected areas of interest: attention, perception, working memory and language.
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Academic Staff Contact Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 24 | 1:00 | 24:00 | 24:00 | 12 of the lectures are interactive |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 1 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 0:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Student-led group activity | 1 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 0:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 60:00 | 60:00 | 0:00 | N/A |
| Total | 100:00 | 24:00 |
The material implies a large amount of factual knowledge so that lectures are used as the principle and most effective mode of imparting the core knowledge. This knowledge and understanding is assisted by detailed lecture handouts, as well as BB slides.
12 additional interactive lectures will enable the students to discuss some of the topics in more detail. A variety of exercises and materials (e.g. discussing primary research papers, gaining insight into tests used in Cognitive Psychology where possible, looking at film clips of patients, completing intermittent MCQs) will encourage the students to develop a deeper understanding of the course material and to motivate them towards a more active type of learning.
Private study is essential for in depth review of knowledge imparted through lectures and students will be encouraged to form study groups.
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 90 | 1 | A | 100 | Unseen, multiple choice |
The examination will be used to assess knowledge, independent learning, and understanding of material relevant to the module, as well as the ability for critical thought.
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