MCT Exam

Essay questions

Students will examine fundamental issues in cognitive psychology. They will consider theoretical models of memory, as well as examining attention and perception. Students will also be introduced to fundamental issues in biological psychology including neuroanatomy and neurotransmission before moving on to see how physiological mechanisms underlie psychological processes e.g., how drugs impact on psychological processing, the biological mechanisms that can underlie mood. A key component of the course will be understanding how classic theories in psychology have been modified over time in the light of empirical evidence. Students will be introduced to a range of research methodologies employed in both cognitive and biological psychology.

Introduction to Biological and Cognitive Psychology - 4506PSYSLI

Introduction to Biological and Cognitive Psychology

Understand fundamental methods, theories and processes in biological and cognitive psychology.

Explain how evidence is used to support theories within psychology.