University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 7

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Only available to those enrolling on the MA Combined Studies or already enrolled on the MA/BSc General degree taken in the evening.

Planned timetable: Lectures and seminars: Thursdays 6.30-9

This module is designed to introduce the principles of some of the key areas of modern psychology, and to demonstrate that it is a diverse and interdisciplinary science. A major component of the module will involve treatment of the underlying psychological theory and mechanisms. Tutorial and practical sessions will introduce and demonstrate some of the principles and techniques used in psychological research. It will be assumed that entrants have no scientific background or previous knowledge of psychology.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Students must have gained entry to the Part-time Evening Degree programme

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take PS1001 or take PS1002

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 x 2.5-hour session: lectures, practicals and tutorial work.

Scheduled learning hours: 30

Guided independent study hours: 170

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 0%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 100%

Re-assessment: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr S D Pehrson
Module teaching staff: Team Taught

Intended learning outcomes

• demonstrate a knowledge and appreciation of the breadth of psychology as a science
• evaluate contrasting perspectives in psychology from the individual to the social level
• understand the role of brain dysfunction in the processing of everyday objects and faces
• communicate with clarity and accuracy, orally (including presentation) and in writing