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PS5233 Developmental Psychology

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 10

ECTS credits : 5

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Planned timetable: 9.00 am - 11.00 am and 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm Thu (first half of semester)

This module is designed to equip students with an appreciation of key principles, concepts, methods and discoveries in developmental psychology, with an emphasis on evolutionary and Comparative perspectives that are a particular strength of such work in St Andrews. The module aims to offer a broad perspective spanning infancy to childhood, and a range of key topics in cognitive and social development.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 x 2-hour lecture and 1 x practical/workshop class of up to 3 hours. Additionally 5 x 1-hour tutorials across the semester.

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

Re-assessment: Resubmission of failed item(s) of coursework

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr E Robbins

Additional information from school

Lectures are shared with undergraduates