Overview
An introductory study of the biological bases of behaviour and development, neuropsychology, perception, and learning.
Psychology provides answers to questions like "Why do we do the things that we do?" or "Why do we think about the world this way?"
PSYC 111 and PSYC 112 are essential for students intending to pursue a career in psychology, and they also complement studies in wide range of areas (e.g. neuroscience, health sciences, education, law, social work, sociology, anthropology, management, marketing, history).
About this paper
| Paper title | Brain and Behaviour |
|---|---|
| Subject | Psychology |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,318.20 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music, Science
- Eligibility
- All enrolled students are eligible for PSYC 111.
- Contact
- More information link
- View more information on the Department of Psychology's website
- Teaching staff
Co-ordinators: Dr Brent Alsop
Associate Professor Jackie Hunter
Dr Celia Lie
Dr Ryan WardLecturers: Professor David Bilkey
Professor Mike Colombo
Dr Brent Alsop
Professor Ted RuffmanSenior Teaching Fellow: Dr Celia Lie
- Paper Structure
The paper covers four main themes:
- Biological Bases and Memory
- Perception and Neuropsychology
- Learning
- Developmental Psychobiology
- Teaching Arrangements
Three 50-minute lectures each week - 36 lectures in total.
A 2-hour laboratory each week for 10 weeks.
- Textbooks
Required
- Passer, M.W., & Smith, R.E. (2019). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour (3e). McGraw-Hill Education (Australia) Pty Ltd.
- Laboratory Manual for Psychology 111/112 (supplied by department).
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Critical thinking, Ethics, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Students who successfully complete the paper will demonstrate understanding of the basic biological processes that underpin our behaviour and understanding of how scientific methods and research contribute to the study of psychology.
- Assessment details
- In-class worksheets 5%
- Two laboratory reports 10% and 15%
- Test 10%
- Final examination 60%
Timetable
Overview
An introductory study of the biological bases of behaviour and development, neuropsychology, perception, and learning.
Psychology provides answers to questions like "Why do we do the things that we do?" or "Why do we think about the world this way?"
PSYC 111 and PSYC 112 are essential for students intending to pursue a career in psychology, and they also complement studies in a wide range of areas (e.g. neuroscience, health sciences, education, law, social work, sociology, anthropology, management, marketing, history).
About this paper
| Paper title | Brain and Behaviour |
|---|---|
| Subject | Psychology |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 1 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music, Science
- Eligibility
- All enrolled students are eligible for PSYC 111.
- Contact
- More information link
- View more information on the Department of Psychology's website.
- Teaching staff
Co-ordinators:
Lecturers:
Senior Teaching Fellow:
- Paper Structure
The paper covers four main themes:
- Biological Bases and Memory
- Perception and Neuropsychology
- Learning
- Developmental Psychobiology
- Teaching Arrangements
Three 50-minute lectures each week - 36 lectures in total.
A two-hour laboratory each week for 10 weeks.
- Textbooks
Required:
- Passer, M.W., & Smith, R.E. (2019). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behaviour (3e). McGraw-Hill Education (Australia) Pty Ltd.
- Laboratory Manual for PSYC 111/112 (supplied by department).
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Critical thinking, Ethics, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
- Students who successfully complete the paper will demonstrate understanding of the basic biological processes that underpin our behaviour and understanding of how scientific methods and research contribute to the study of psychology.
- Assessment details
- In-class Worksheets (5%)
- Two Laboratory Reports (10% and 15%)
- Test (10%)
- Final Examination (60%)