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PSY40820

Academic Year 2024/2025

Fundamentals of Neuropsych (PSY40820)

Subject:
Psychology
College:
Social Sciences & Law
School:
Psychology
Level:
4 (Masters)
Credits:
10
Module Coordinator:
Assoc Professor Michelle Downes
Trimester:
Autumn
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module will introduce the student to the principles and methods of neuropsychology/cognitive neuroscience. The methodological and conceptual basis of neuropsychology are considered and the course emphasises both a clinical and an experimental approach to the study of brain-behaviour relations.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completing this module, students will have acquired the following knowledge: 1) Understanding of the basic anatomy / physiology of the Central Nervous System (CNS) 2) Understanding of methods used to investigate the functions of the CNS 3) Understanding of the brain - behaviour relation and will be able to do the following: 4) Engage with literature in cognitive neuroscience and neuropsychology , 5) Critically appraise claims of links between brains and behaviour, 6) Relate research in neuropsychology to policy and practice.

Note on academic integrity:
All sources used in the production of assessments for this module must be cited using APA standards.
Please note that the use of generative AI tools is NOT permitted in the assessments for this module.

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

20
Seminar (or Webinar)

3
Specified Learning Activities

12
Autonomous Student Learning

168
Total

203

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
This module will cover neuropsychological theory and research and approach the topic from an applied perspective. It will be composed of formal lectures and a problem-based learning approach including a focus on case studies and group problem solving/presentations.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Incompatibles:
PSY30050 - Behavioural Neuroscience, PSY40020 - Neuropsychology


 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Assignment(Including Essay): Mid-term essay targeted at research audience. Week 8 Graded No
40
 No
Assignment(Including Essay): End of term individual assignment targeted at policy maker audience. Week 12 Graded No
40
 No
Group Work Assignment: Group work project will involve development of patient case study and design of evidence-based materials for public. Week 9, Week 12 Graded No
20
 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Individual feedback on mid semester essay within 20 working days through virtual learning environment. Individual component of end of term assignment will receive feedback individually in January and group feedback will be given in class or through on-line groups.

Kolb, B & Whishaw, IQ. Fundamentals of Human Neuropsychology

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12 Mon 09:00 - 10:50
Autumn Seminar Offering 1 Week(s) - 5, 7, 9 Tues 10:00 - 10:50
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