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PSY2023 Social Psychology
社会心理学
At the completion of the course the student should have a critical understanding of influence of social –psychological phenomena which occur in our daily lives. The student will develop an awareness of the fact that we sometimes spend entire days in interacting in a variety of different situations which lend themselves to the theories and principles of Social Psychology. The student will be aware of the contributions of social psychologists in the fields of business, medicine law and related areas. Social psychology is now represented as an element in other areas of psychology: clinical, forensic, industrial and organisational. Contributions to these fields flow in from the field of social psychology. Social psychology will give the student an interest and appreciation for cultural diversity and national interest, these areas represent extensive interest in research and experimentation in attempt to determine which are universal and which are cultural bound. Finally, emphasis will be placed on understanding the traditional topics such as aggression, violence, altruism, humanism and other social forces.
Check DetailsPSY2033 Developmental Psychology
发展心理学
Developmental psychology is designed to provide the student with the fundamental knowledge and appreciation of the concepts of human development. The student will begin with the introduction of scientific methods and research models in the area of human development. This will prepare the student to read and understand the evolution and technological advances in the discipline of psychology and particularly, developmental psychology. The student will be introduced to the “bio-psycho-social” model as it applies to human development; this will include relevant cultural and social issues related to the fact that human development is not driven or determined by isolated biological force but expressed as a dynamic between the elements of heredity and environment which shape the human organism.
Check DetailsPSY3003 Theories of Human Personality
人格心理学
This 3-unit hour course is an examination of the major personality theories, including those proposed by Freud and his followers, learning theorists, trait theorists, social-learning theorists and humanists. Current research into personality, using modern methods, also is reviewed. We will describe and interpret the major theories of human personality, introducing the student to the main ideas and concepts of each theorist and theory, to attempt to understand the role of theory in the study, understanding and explaining of human behaviour. And we will also aim to draw from the related research, pertinent information and analyses of the respective theories and how theories and research can be practically interpreted and applied; to encourage active participation in the curriculum; to enhance skills in critical thinking regarding assessment of subjective areas of human psychology; to overview the major controversies in contributors to Psychology.
Check DetailsPSY3013 Theories of Learning
学习原理
The course in Theories of Learning attempts to integrate the cognitive, emotional and environmental experiences which form the basis of knowledge, skills and values that determine the individual’s view of the world. Theories of learning attempt to explain how these learning events occur and what is happening when people learn. This is what differentiates humans from animals, we know it!! A fundamental question surrounding this fact is how do we know? This is answered by exploring the bases of learning. The course will also provide an introduction to some of the most informative and influential psychological thinking of the twentieth century which explored the nature of learning. The course is designed to expose the student to important empirical and practical applications of learning. We will study the variables related to learning with the goal of understanding the principles of human development, educational achievements and therapeutic changes
Check DetailsPSY3023 Abnormal Psychology
异常与变态心理学
This course will introduce students to the branch of psychology which deals with a diverse range of maladaptive human behaviours. Topics will include historical and theoretical perspectives on abnormal behaviour, and related methods of assessment, research, and intervention which are prominent in this area of psychology. This course will also include a detailed coverage of anxiety, stress, mood, thought, substance, personality, sexual, somatoform, and eating disorders, as well as disorders related to childhood and aging. Psychosocial dimension of these disorders will be considered, along with strategies for intervention which represent a variety of theoretical perspectives on treatment.
Check DetailsPSY3073 Experimental Psychology
实验心理学
The major objective is to provide the student with hands on experience and practice related to experimental methods in psychology. This process includes planning, designing and conducting a piece of experimental research and communicating the results to fellow students. Students will be introduced to the basics of scientific methods, principles of observation and reporting. Developing computer skills as a foundation for data analysis will be emphasised. The laboratory part of the course will provide the research experience, develop the research project and demonstrate the skills of scientific communication in both written and oral forms. The course will also introduce the important topics of research ethics and guidelines established for the protection of animal and human subjects.
Check DetailsPSY3083 History and Systems in Psychology
心理学流派
This course explores major developments ideas in the history and systems of psychology as an academic shaped the field; when and how psychology became a science; life histories of psychologists; and how ideas about what is "normal" are shaped by psychology. Although psychology really only became an independent discipline about 100 years ago, its history goes back much further than that. The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of current methods of psychological intervention, with a strong emphasis on empirically supportive forms of treatment. Students can expect to learn about many widely used cognitive and behavioural methods, psychodynamic theories and methods including psychoanalytical perspectives, humanistic approach of counselling, modern theories and practical issues of positive psychology, self-awareness and well-being.
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心理评估与测试
The aim of this course is to improve the knowledge, understanding, and practices of students who will be involve in constructing tests, and understanding the meaning and value of test scores. This course introduces students to the psychological tests used in clinical, organisational, forensic, and educational settings. Through the address of topics such as test design, neuropsychological assessment, vocational interests, and projective techniques, students will gain insight to how testing data are used by professional psychologists when working with clients.
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人类认知心理学
The main objective of the course is to provide the student with the understanding and appreciation of the scientific methods and how it applies to the principles of cognitive psychology. Principles and theories of attention, memory, problem solving, comprehension and reasoning provide the core of human cognition and provide a context for other studies related to learning, intelligence and other areas of human behaviour. The student will experience the many avenues of empirical research found in studies of cognition and learn to appreciate the traditional research models of cognitive psychology ( e.g. Reaction times) and how they can be used to interpret mental events. The student will understand the failure of cognition (e.g. Trauma, dementia) and use this information and knowledge to further understand normal cognition. The student will hopefully appreciate the value of cognitive psychology in the context of contemporary issues confronting the discipline of psychology.
Check DetailsPSY4004 Final Year Project I (PSY)
毕业论文 I
The main aim of this course is to guide and empower final year psychology students to initiate, explore, analyse, and complete their research project. The objectives of this course are to provide opportunities for students: (1) to develop their individual critical thinking and research design skills, as well as analytical and intellectual abilities; (2) to apply the formal knowledge and skills gained on the degree programmed, to real, practical psychology research; and (3) to integrate their competencies, so as to better prepare themselves for the transition from the academic to the work situation.
Check DetailsPSY4053 Health Psychology
健康心理学
Students will view health and illness through a bio-psycho-social lens, i.e. understand that physical well-being is the result of complex biological, social, and psychological factors. Students should develop the research skills and confidence necessary to critically examine advice about health they are given. Students will learn about behavioural interventions they could apply in their own life, either with others or themselves; modifying health behaviours, coping with stress or pain, or dealing with illnesses.
Check DetailsPSY4063 Psychology of the Chinese People
中国人心理学
Although the Chinese people constitute more than a quarter of the world’s population, the purpose of this course is to summarise and integrate the wealth of data available on their psychological functioning. The purpose of this course is to introduce fundamental concepts from psychology in the different cultural context of Chinese people psychological functioning, to apply such concepts in understanding themselves and behaviours of others.
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辩证心理学
The course in Forensic Psychology is directed at applying social science research methods and principles of psychological knowledge and theories to the contemporary issues of the criminal justice system. The course will introduce the student to a wide range of topics related to legal methods found in court, corrections and police work. The student will be introduced to the translation of psychological language into legal language found in courts and other legal institutions. The fact that a forensic psychologist is not a therapist and does not approach the issues and problems found in clinical psychology will be understood by the student. Emphasis on facts and objective assessment will be a key concept, the forensic psychologist must be acutely aware of his/her role at the behest of the judge or attorney representing the defendant. The student will be exposed to the myriad of situations and circumstances in the relationship between crime and mental illness. Thus the student of Forensic Psychology will understand the concepts of insanity, recidivism, risk assessment, police psychology and expert testimony.
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消费者心理学
The field of consumer psychology refers to the study of how the population accesses the goods and services in their daily lives. This area of psychology draws heavily from the fields of advertising and marketing in the scope of business but it incorporates and complements these disciplines with anthropology, cognitive psychology and social psychology. Consumer Psychology has been recognised as a separate area of study within the discipline of psychology since World War II. Consumer psychology attempts to answer the questions of how, why, when and where do people buy or, not buy products. Consumer psychology studies individuals and group characteristics regarding how they satisfy their wants and needs. This involves examining demography, economic and social status and the effects of the environment and how it influences buyer decisions. Consumer psychology examines factors related to how a customer determines value; it attempts to measure the effects of advertising and marketing with the ultimate goal of influencing or predicting a customer’s decision.
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教育心理学
The course in educational psychology is developed to study how humans learn in educational settings. The course explores and examines the effectiveness of educational intervention and the psychology of teaching. The focus of educational psychology is upon how students learn and how they develop, this often takes place within the context of subgroups such as “gifted children” or children with “learning and educational disabilities”. Educational psychology locates itself within a wide range of specialties within the areas of educational studies. A course objective is to expose the student to a variety of these areas such as: instructional design, educational technology, curriculum development, special education and classroom management. The broad, overall objective of educational psychology is to introduce the relevant psychological principles, theories and methodologies to problems and issues found in areas of learning and education
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