
- UCAS course code
- I140
- UCAS institution code
- M20
BSc Computer Science (Human Computer Interaction) / Course details
Year of entry: 2021
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Course unit details:
Cognitive Neuroscience
Unit code | PSYC21122 |
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Credit rating | 10 |
Unit level | Level 2 |
Teaching period(s) | Semester 2 |
Offered by | Division of Psychology and Mental Health |
Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Overview
The unit will introduce students to advanced neuroanatomy and key concepts in the cognitive neuroscience of learning, memory, attention, language, emotion and executive function. Building on the basic knowledge students acquired of these topics in Year 1 (PSYC11212), students will become familiar with more advanced topics in cognition and their multidisciplinary investigation through use of behavioural, computational, neuropsychological and neuroimaging tools.
Pre/co-requisites
Unit title | Unit code | Requirement type | Description |
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Brain & Behaviour | PSYC11212 | Pre-Requisite | Recommended |
Aims
The unit aims to introduce students to advanced concepts in cognitive neuroscience and develop analytical and critical thinking skills. Research and evaluation skills will be enhanced through practical lab sessions.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding:
Demonstrate an understanding of cognitive neuroscience topics; Appreciate the methods used in cognitive neuroscience research.
Intellectual Skills:
Critically evaluate empirical studies and scholarly reviews in cognitive neuroscience; Analyse and make critical judgements about theories and findings in cognitive neuroscience.
Practical Skills:
With guidance, conduct research on a topic in cognitive neuroscience; Use a range of sources (library, internet, electronic databases) to gather information; Plan how to construct a written argument based around appropriate empirical evidence; Structure research results in a clear and coherent report format; Write research reports in accordance with APA guidelines.
Transferable skills and personal qualities:
Independently gather and select the most relevant information from a body of work through online and library sources; Present concise and persuasive arguments; Produce a written summary of research for an academic audience; Work effectively in a team; Develop skills in critical thinking.
Syllabus
Week 1:
Intro & Methods - Gorana Pobric
Week 2:
The Spatial Brain - Gorana Pobric
Week 3:
The Numerate Brain - Gorana Pobric
Week 4:
The Hearing Brain & Music - Gorana Pobric
Week 5:
The Remembering Brain 1 - Deborah Talmi
Week 6:
The Remembering Brain 2 - Deborah Talmi
Week 7:
The Hearing Brain - Evi Argyriou
Week 8:
The Speaking Brain - Evi Argyriou
EASTER
Week 9:
The Literate Brain - Evi Argyriou
Week 10:
The Social & Emotional Brain 1 - Evi Argyriou
Week 11:
The Social & Emotional Brain 2 - Evi Argyriou
Week 12:
The Executive Brain - Evi Argyriou
Teaching and learning methods
Course unit content will be delivered in twelve 90 minute lectures. Lecture content, supplementary reading and resources and a monitored discussion board will be available via the unit Blackboard site.
Knowledge and understanding
Students should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of cognitive neuroscience topics; Appreciate the methods used in cognitive neuroscience research.
Intellectual skills
Students should be able to:
Critically evaluate empirical studies and scholarly reviews in cognitive neuroscience; Analyse and make critical judgements about theories and findings in cognitive neuroscience.
Practical skills
Students should be able to:
With guidance, conduct research on a topic in cognitive neuroscience; Use a range of sources (library, internet, electronic databases) to gather information; Plan how to construct a written argument based around appropriate empirical evidence; Structure research results in a clear and coherent report format; Write research reports in accordance with APA guidelines.
Transferable skills and personal qualities
Students should be able to:
Independently gather and select the most relevant information from a body of work through online and library sources; Present concise and persuasive arguments; Produce a written summary of research for an academic audience; Work effectively in a team; Develop skills in critical thinking.
Assessment methods
Method | Weight |
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Written exam | 100% |
Feedback methods
Students will have opportunities to ask questions in lectures and via the discussion board. Practise MCQ questions will also be provided. Students will receive a grade and can request a summary of their performance after the exam board.
Recommended reading
Ward, J. (2010). The student’s guide to cognitive neuroscience (3rd ed.). Hove: Psychology Press, Taylor & Francis Group.
Study hours
Scheduled activity hours | |
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Assessment practical exam | 2 |
Lectures | 24 |
Independent study hours | |
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Independent study | 74 |
Teaching staff
Staff member | Role |
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Gorana Pobric | Unit coordinator |