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Curricular information is subject to change
On completion of this module you should be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the different theories of attention and how they affect real world performance
- Discuss the processes underlying human memory and their application in real-world contexts (e.g. eyewitness memory)
- Critically evaluate theories of reasoning and problem-solving
- Describe the relationship between attention and other cognitive processes, e.g. memory, decision making and problem solving
- Critically assess the role of emotion in cognition
- Explain the cognitive processes underlying skill acquisition.
Key topics explored in this module include:
• Attention: selective attention, divided attention, spatial vs. non-spatial attention
• Memory storage
• The relationship between cognition and emotion
• Eyewitness memory and false memory
• Reasoning & problem-solving
• Judgement & decision-making
• Learning & skill acquisition (e.g. learning to drive, dance or play music)
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 20 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 180 |
Total | 200 |
Not applicable to this module.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Assignment: Individual video/essay project | Week 9 | n/a | Graded | No | 40 |
Assignment: 3000 word critical appraisal of cognitive research. Students select a theoretical debate in the field and critically evaluate three papers that present at least two points of view on the topic. | Coursework (End of Trimester) | n/a | Graded | No | 60 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | No |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
Individual written feedback for mid-trimester essays will be provided via Brightspace within 20 working days. Individual written feedback for end-of-trimester assignment will be provided via Brightspace by the end of the grades approval process in January.