BSc Psychology / Course details

The unit will introduce students to key concepts in the cognitive neuroscience. 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.

• demonstrate an understanding of cognitive neuroscience topics
• have an appreciation of the methods used in cognitive neuroscience research

·         critically evaluate  empirical studies and scholarly reviews in cognitive neuroscience

·         analyse and make critical judgements about theories and findings in cognitive neuroscience 

• 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

• independently gather and select the most relevant information from a body of work through online and library sources
• presenting concise and persuasive arguments
• produce a written summary of research for an academic audience
• work effectively in a team
• develop skills in critical thinking

Lab Report - 80%

Exam - 20%

Students will receive a grade and written feedback for the lab report and a grade for the exam.

Ward, J. (2010). The student’s guide to cognitive neuroscience (3rd ed.). Hove: Psychology Press, Taylor & Francis Group.