PS1002
Fundamentals of Psychology 2
2023-2024
20
10
SCQF level 7
2
Academic year(s): 2023-2024
SCOTCAT credits : 20
ECTS credits : 10
Level : SCQF level 7
Semester: 2
Availability restrictions: Available only to First Year students
Planned timetable:
This module aims (i) to provide an introduction to the theoretical foundations, historical perspectives and modern developments of psychology; (ii) to provide an introduction to the variety of subjects which make up contemporary psychology; (iii) to provide a thorough grounding in the empirical basis of psychology. The principal teaching method for PS1002 is formal lectures, with a continuation of the specialised methodology and practical course exploring methods of research. It will be assumed that students have taken PS1001 and will therefore have some experience in methodology and writing research reports.
Weekly contact: 4 lectures, 1 x 2-hour workshop
Scheduled learning hours: 64
Guided independent study hours: 136
As used by St Andrews: Research Proposal = 5%; Lab Report = 20%; Class Test = 40%; Exam = 35%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 35%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 65%
Re-assessment: Research Proposal = 5%; Lab Report = 20%; Class Test = 40%; Exam = 35%. Re-assessment applies to failed components only
Module coordinator: Dr D R McKay
Module teaching staff: Team taught
Module coordinator email drm23@st-andrews.ac.uk