Unit information: Introduction to Developmental Psychology in 2015/16

Unit name	Introduction to Developmental Psychology
Unit code	PSYC10008
Credit points	10
Level of study	C/4
Teaching block(s)	Teaching Block 2C (weeks 13 - 18)
Unit director	Dr. Josie Briscoe
Open unit status	Open
Pre-requisites	None
Co-requisites	None
School/department	School of Psychological Science
Faculty	Faculty of Life Sciences

Description including Unit Aims

This unit provides an introduction to developmental psychology. It focuses on key stages of perceptual, cognitive and social development from a strong biological perspective.

Intended Learning Outcomes

On completion of the unit, you should be familiar with the major theoretical perspectives taken in developmental psychology as well as having a general understanding of the unique methodologies and techniques, for studying young children. Further to this, by the end of the unit you will have engaged with active research at the School of Experimental Psychology.

Teaching Information

This unit comprises 12 x 50 minutes lectures, plus a 50 minute revision session for the end of unit examinations. Students will also participate in 2 hours’ worth of experiments at the School of Experimental Psychology.

Assessment Information

• This unit is assessed 100% MCQ examination
• Participation in 2 hours worth of the Experimental Hours Scheme is required for the award of credit.

Reading and References

Essential

Schacter, D.l., Gilbert, D.T., Wegner, D.M & Hood, B. (2011). Psychology. Houndmills: Palgrave MacMillan.

Suggestions for recommended and further reading will be made separately through Blackboard