MSc — 2025 entry Psychology (Online)

This module covers the core psychology discipline of Developmental Psychology by introducing theories and empirical research. In this module we will critically evaluate empirical research and theoretical knowledge relevant to developmental psychology. You as a student will gain insight into how people develop throughout the lifespan covering key topics in social, emotional, language, and cognitive development. One way we will engage in critical evaluation is to examine whether previous work is cross-culturally valid. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge through a multiple choice exam. You will develop your written communication skills through a report in which you will critically evaluate theories and methods to understand a topic more deeply from a socio-cultural perspective.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of individual differences: the many and varied psychological ways in which humans differ from one another. Specifically, we will discuss and critically evaluate key issues of classic and contemporary significance in the areas of personality, intelligence and psychopathology, synthesising them all together to form a broader understanding of the concept of individual differences as understood by contemporary psychologists. We will also use these principles to better understand the individual differences present in students’ own lives. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge in a multiple-choice exam. You will prepare and deliver a poster presentation that analyses a case study using principles of individual differences, developing and assessing your skills in applying principles, critical thinking, and visual and oral communication.

The module introduces you to basic statistical theory and critical thinking then build to more advanced data analysis skills. It aims to develop your understanding of statistical methods and foster the skills needed to think critically about psychological research. Teaching involves a combination of theory and practical sessions with real world research examples. Content covers a specific statistics or critical thinking topic that is typically followed by guided learning focusing on applying and practicing the theoretical content. Together, the module content provides knowledge of statistical analysis and critical thinking from both a theoretical and practical perspective, resulting in a good introduction and grounding in statistical research methods.

This module will provide an introduction to the major topics and issues within cognitive psychology. This will be done through a series of asynchronous and synchronous sessions, which will provide you as a students with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of cognitive psychology with academic skills relating to cognitive research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in the areas of language, memory, attention and thinking, all in relation to humans as processors of information.

This module will introduce the major topics and issues within social psychology, a core psychology discipline. This will be done through a series of lectures and subject-based tutorials, which will provide you with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of social psychology with practical academic skills relating to social research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in areas such as cognitive dissonance and attitude change, group processes, prejudice and discrimination, intergroup behaviour, all in relation to humans as social beings.

This module aims to introduce biological psychology and provide the foundation for understanding the biological bases of psychological processes and disorders. In this module we will focus on the organization and function of the human nervous system, from the cells that form the brain and their fundamental functions, the processes by which those communicate, and the systems that allow us to sense and move. We will cover relevant topics in the history of neuroscience and ethics, neuroanatomy, psychopharmacology, neurodevelopment, sensory systems and motor control and the biological causes of brain disorders. Seminars on research methods will provide you with an understanding of the tools available to measure and modulate brain function and an opportunity to develop teamwork skills. These sessions will aid your understanding of the theory and allow you to consolidate knowledge by engaging with quizzes and activities.

It is a requirement of the University that taught postgraduate programmes include a dissertation and/or major project module. For this module students will conduct their own piece of empirical research in an area of Psychology relevant for their Masters course under supervision of a member of academic staff. For the assessment students will either write 1) a quantitative research report of 6,000 words (maximum) or a qualitative research report of 8,000 words (maximum). Overall student workload: 300 hours This includes 10 hours of tutor supervision, which includes meetings and feedback.  These hours will include development of theoretical framework, aims and hypotheses, recruiting samples, fieldwork and liaison with key personnel as appropriate, data recording and analysis, interpretation and writing up. Specific times for these subsections cannot be given as they vary from project to project.

This module prepares you as a student for conducting MSc level dissertation. You will learn to identify a research question for your dissertation based on the empirical literature, write up background literature for a lay summary, identify how psychologists develop recruitment plans, plan an experimental design including which statistical tests to use, conduct a power analysis, consider risk assessments, discuss examples of sharing data by reviewing the Open Science Framework website, and think about ethical considerations.

This module will provide you as a student with knowledge of designing research in a range of fields. The module will cover aspects of research design, including literature reviews, forming hypotheses and research questions, ethical conduct, and study design. The focus will be on quantitative and qualitative methods. You will be given a choice of topics in which you will develop an appropriate methodological approach to testing a question.

The module introduces you to basic statistical theory and critical thinking then build to more advanced data analysis skills. It aims to develop your understanding of statistical methods and foster the skills needed to think critically about psychological research. Teaching involves a combination of theory and practical sessions with real world research examples. Content covers a specific statistics or critical thinking topic that is typically followed by guided learning focusing on applying and practicing the theoretical content. Together, the module content provides knowledge of statistical analysis and critical thinking from both a theoretical and practical perspective, resulting in a good introduction and grounding in statistical research methods.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of Developmental Psychology by introducing theories and empirical research. In this module we will critically evaluate empirical research and theoretical knowledge relevant to developmental psychology. You as a student will gain insight into how people develop throughout the lifespan covering key topics in social, emotional, language, and cognitive development. One way we will engage in critical evaluation is to examine whether previous work is cross-culturally valid. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge through a multiple choice exam. You will develop your written communication skills through a report in which you will critically evaluate theories and methods to understand a topic more deeply from a socio-cultural perspective.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of individual differences: the many and varied psychological ways in which humans differ from one another. Specifically, we will discuss and critically evaluate key issues of classic and contemporary significance in the areas of personality, intelligence and psychopathology, synthesising them all together to form a broader understanding of the concept of individual differences as understood by contemporary psychologists. We will also use these principles to better understand the individual differences present in students’ own lives. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge in a multiple-choice exam. You will prepare and deliver a poster presentation that analyses a case study using principles of individual differences, developing and assessing your skills in applying principles, critical thinking, and visual and oral communication.

This module aims to introduce biological psychology and provide the foundation for understanding the biological bases of psychological processes and disorders. In this module we will focus on the organization and function of the human nervous system, from the cells that form the brain and their fundamental functions, the processes by which those communicate, and the systems that allow us to sense and move. We will cover relevant topics in the history of neuroscience and ethics, neuroanatomy, psychopharmacology, neurodevelopment, sensory systems and motor control and the biological causes of brain disorders. Seminars on research methods will provide you with an understanding of the tools available to measure and modulate brain function and an opportunity to develop teamwork skills. These sessions will aid your understanding of the theory and allow you to consolidate knowledge by engaging with quizzes and activities.

It is a requirement of the University that taught postgraduate programmes include a dissertation and/or major project module. For this module students will conduct their own piece of empirical research in an area of Psychology relevant for their Masters course under supervision of a member of academic staff. For the assessment students will either write 1) a quantitative research report of 6,000 words (maximum) or a qualitative research report of 8,000 words (maximum). Overall student workload: 300 hours This includes 10 hours of tutor supervision, which includes meetings and feedback.  These hours will include development of theoretical framework, aims and hypotheses, recruiting samples, fieldwork and liaison with key personnel as appropriate, data recording and analysis, interpretation and writing up. Specific times for these subsections cannot be given as they vary from project to project.

This module prepares you as a student for conducting MSc level dissertation. You will learn to identify a research question for your dissertation based on the empirical literature, write up background literature for a lay summary, identify how psychologists develop recruitment plans, plan an experimental design including which statistical tests to use, conduct a power analysis, consider risk assessments, discuss examples of sharing data by reviewing the Open Science Framework website, and think about ethical considerations.

This module will provide you as a student with knowledge of designing research in a range of fields. The module will cover aspects of research design, including literature reviews, forming hypotheses and research questions, ethical conduct, and study design. The focus will be on quantitative and qualitative methods. You will be given a choice of topics in which you will develop an appropriate methodological approach to testing a question.

This module will provide an introduction to the major topics and issues within cognitive psychology. This will be done through a series of asynchronous and synchronous sessions, which will provide you as a students with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of cognitive psychology with academic skills relating to cognitive research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in the areas of language, memory, attention and thinking, all in relation to humans as processors of information.

This module will introduce the major topics and issues within social psychology, a core psychology discipline. This will be done through a series of lectures and subject-based tutorials, which will provide you with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of social psychology with practical academic skills relating to social research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in areas such as cognitive dissonance and attitude change, group processes, prejudice and discrimination, intergroup behaviour, all in relation to humans as social beings.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of Developmental Psychology by introducing theories and empirical research. In this module we will critically evaluate empirical research and theoretical knowledge relevant to developmental psychology. You as a student will gain insight into how people develop throughout the lifespan covering key topics in social, emotional, language, and cognitive development. One way we will engage in critical evaluation is to examine whether previous work is cross-culturally valid. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge through a multiple choice exam. You will develop your written communication skills through a report in which you will critically evaluate theories and methods to understand a topic more deeply from a socio-cultural perspective.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of individual differences: the many and varied psychological ways in which humans differ from one another. Specifically, we will discuss and critically evaluate key issues of classic and contemporary significance in the areas of personality, intelligence and psychopathology, synthesising them all together to form a broader understanding of the concept of individual differences as understood by contemporary psychologists. We will also use these principles to better understand the individual differences present in students’ own lives. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge in a multiple-choice exam. You will prepare and deliver a poster presentation that analyses a case study using principles of individual differences, developing and assessing your skills in applying principles, critical thinking, and visual and oral communication.

The module introduces you to basic statistical theory and critical thinking then build to more advanced data analysis skills. It aims to develop your understanding of statistical methods and foster the skills needed to think critically about psychological research. Teaching involves a combination of theory and practical sessions with real world research examples. Content covers a specific statistics or critical thinking topic that is typically followed by guided learning focusing on applying and practicing the theoretical content. Together, the module content provides knowledge of statistical analysis and critical thinking from both a theoretical and practical perspective, resulting in a good introduction and grounding in statistical research methods.

This module will provide an introduction to the major topics and issues within cognitive psychology. This will be done through a series of asynchronous and synchronous sessions, which will provide you as a students with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of cognitive psychology with academic skills relating to cognitive research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in the areas of language, memory, attention and thinking, all in relation to humans as processors of information.

This module will introduce the major topics and issues within social psychology, a core psychology discipline. This will be done through a series of lectures and subject-based tutorials, which will provide you with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of social psychology with practical academic skills relating to social research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in areas such as cognitive dissonance and attitude change, group processes, prejudice and discrimination, intergroup behaviour, all in relation to humans as social beings.

This module aims to introduce biological psychology and provide the foundation for understanding the biological bases of psychological processes and disorders. In this module we will focus on the organization and function of the human nervous system, from the cells that form the brain and their fundamental functions, the processes by which those communicate, and the systems that allow us to sense and move. We will cover relevant topics in the history of neuroscience and ethics, neuroanatomy, psychopharmacology, neurodevelopment, sensory systems and motor control and the biological causes of brain disorders. Seminars on research methods will provide you with an understanding of the tools available to measure and modulate brain function and an opportunity to develop teamwork skills. These sessions will aid your understanding of the theory and allow you to consolidate knowledge by engaging with quizzes and activities.

It is a requirement of the University that taught postgraduate programmes include a dissertation and/or major project module. For this module students will conduct their own piece of empirical research in an area of Psychology relevant for their Masters course under supervision of a member of academic staff. For the assessment students will either write 1) a quantitative research report of 6,000 words (maximum) or a qualitative research report of 8,000 words (maximum). Overall student workload: 300 hours This includes 10 hours of tutor supervision, which includes meetings and feedback.  These hours will include development of theoretical framework, aims and hypotheses, recruiting samples, fieldwork and liaison with key personnel as appropriate, data recording and analysis, interpretation and writing up. Specific times for these subsections cannot be given as they vary from project to project.

This module prepares you as a student for conducting MSc level dissertation. You will learn to identify a research question for your dissertation based on the empirical literature, write up background literature for a lay summary, identify how psychologists develop recruitment plans, plan an experimental design including which statistical tests to use, conduct a power analysis, consider risk assessments, discuss examples of sharing data by reviewing the Open Science Framework website, and think about ethical considerations.

This module will provide you as a student with knowledge of designing research in a range of fields. The module will cover aspects of research design, including literature reviews, forming hypotheses and research questions, ethical conduct, and study design. The focus will be on quantitative and qualitative methods. You will be given a choice of topics in which you will develop an appropriate methodological approach to testing a question.

The module introduces you to basic statistical theory and critical thinking then build to more advanced data analysis skills. It aims to develop your understanding of statistical methods and foster the skills needed to think critically about psychological research. Teaching involves a combination of theory and practical sessions with real world research examples. Content covers a specific statistics or critical thinking topic that is typically followed by guided learning focusing on applying and practicing the theoretical content. Together, the module content provides knowledge of statistical analysis and critical thinking from both a theoretical and practical perspective, resulting in a good introduction and grounding in statistical research methods.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of Developmental Psychology by introducing theories and empirical research. In this module we will critically evaluate empirical research and theoretical knowledge relevant to developmental psychology. You as a student will gain insight into how people develop throughout the lifespan covering key topics in social, emotional, language, and cognitive development. One way we will engage in critical evaluation is to examine whether previous work is cross-culturally valid. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge through a multiple choice exam. You will develop your written communication skills through a report in which you will critically evaluate theories and methods to understand a topic more deeply from a socio-cultural perspective.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of individual differences: the many and varied psychological ways in which humans differ from one another. Specifically, we will discuss and critically evaluate key issues of classic and contemporary significance in the areas of personality, intelligence and psychopathology, synthesising them all together to form a broader understanding of the concept of individual differences as understood by contemporary psychologists. We will also use these principles to better understand the individual differences present in students’ own lives. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge in a multiple-choice exam. You will prepare and deliver a poster presentation that analyses a case study using principles of individual differences, developing and assessing your skills in applying principles, critical thinking, and visual and oral communication.

This module aims to introduce biological psychology and provide the foundation for understanding the biological bases of psychological processes and disorders. In this module we will focus on the organization and function of the human nervous system, from the cells that form the brain and their fundamental functions, the processes by which those communicate, and the systems that allow us to sense and move. We will cover relevant topics in the history of neuroscience and ethics, neuroanatomy, psychopharmacology, neurodevelopment, sensory systems and motor control and the biological causes of brain disorders. Seminars on research methods will provide you with an understanding of the tools available to measure and modulate brain function and an opportunity to develop teamwork skills. These sessions will aid your understanding of the theory and allow you to consolidate knowledge by engaging with quizzes and activities.

It is a requirement of the University that taught postgraduate programmes include a dissertation and/or major project module. For this module students will conduct their own piece of empirical research in an area of Psychology relevant for their Masters course under supervision of a member of academic staff. For the assessment students will either write 1) a quantitative research report of 6,000 words (maximum) or a qualitative research report of 8,000 words (maximum). Overall student workload: 300 hours This includes 10 hours of tutor supervision, which includes meetings and feedback.  These hours will include development of theoretical framework, aims and hypotheses, recruiting samples, fieldwork and liaison with key personnel as appropriate, data recording and analysis, interpretation and writing up. Specific times for these subsections cannot be given as they vary from project to project.

This module prepares you as a student for conducting MSc level dissertation. You will learn to identify a research question for your dissertation based on the empirical literature, write up background literature for a lay summary, identify how psychologists develop recruitment plans, plan an experimental design including which statistical tests to use, conduct a power analysis, consider risk assessments, discuss examples of sharing data by reviewing the Open Science Framework website, and think about ethical considerations.

This module will provide you as a student with knowledge of designing research in a range of fields. The module will cover aspects of research design, including literature reviews, forming hypotheses and research questions, ethical conduct, and study design. The focus will be on quantitative and qualitative methods. You will be given a choice of topics in which you will develop an appropriate methodological approach to testing a question.

This module will provide an introduction to the major topics and issues within cognitive psychology. This will be done through a series of asynchronous and synchronous sessions, which will provide you as a students with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of cognitive psychology with academic skills relating to cognitive research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in the areas of language, memory, attention and thinking, all in relation to humans as processors of information.

This module will introduce the major topics and issues within social psychology, a core psychology discipline. This will be done through a series of lectures and subject-based tutorials, which will provide you with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of social psychology with practical academic skills relating to social research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in areas such as cognitive dissonance and attitude change, group processes, prejudice and discrimination, intergroup behaviour, all in relation to humans as social beings.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of Developmental Psychology by introducing theories and empirical research. In this module we will critically evaluate empirical research and theoretical knowledge relevant to developmental psychology. You as a student will gain insight into how people develop throughout the lifespan covering key topics in social, emotional, language, and cognitive development. One way we will engage in critical evaluation is to examine whether previous work is cross-culturally valid. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge through a multiple choice exam. You will develop your written communication skills through a report in which you will critically evaluate theories and methods to understand a topic more deeply from a socio-cultural perspective.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of individual differences: the many and varied psychological ways in which humans differ from one another. Specifically, we will discuss and critically evaluate key issues of classic and contemporary significance in the areas of personality, intelligence and psychopathology, synthesising them all together to form a broader understanding of the concept of individual differences as understood by contemporary psychologists. We will also use these principles to better understand the individual differences present in students’ own lives. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge in a multiple-choice exam. You will prepare and deliver a poster presentation that analyses a case study using principles of individual differences, developing and assessing your skills in applying principles, critical thinking, and visual and oral communication.

The module introduces you to basic statistical theory and critical thinking then build to more advanced data analysis skills. It aims to develop your understanding of statistical methods and foster the skills needed to think critically about psychological research. Teaching involves a combination of theory and practical sessions with real world research examples. Content covers a specific statistics or critical thinking topic that is typically followed by guided learning focusing on applying and practicing the theoretical content. Together, the module content provides knowledge of statistical analysis and critical thinking from both a theoretical and practical perspective, resulting in a good introduction and grounding in statistical research methods.

This module will provide an introduction to the major topics and issues within cognitive psychology. This will be done through a series of asynchronous and synchronous sessions, which will provide you as a students with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of cognitive psychology with academic skills relating to cognitive research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in the areas of language, memory, attention and thinking, all in relation to humans as processors of information.

This module will introduce the major topics and issues within social psychology, a core psychology discipline. This will be done through a series of lectures and subject-based tutorials, which will provide you with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of social psychology with practical academic skills relating to social research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in areas such as cognitive dissonance and attitude change, group processes, prejudice and discrimination, intergroup behaviour, all in relation to humans as social beings.

This module aims to introduce biological psychology and provide the foundation for understanding the biological bases of psychological processes and disorders. In this module we will focus on the organization and function of the human nervous system, from the cells that form the brain and their fundamental functions, the processes by which those communicate, and the systems that allow us to sense and move. We will cover relevant topics in the history of neuroscience and ethics, neuroanatomy, psychopharmacology, neurodevelopment, sensory systems and motor control and the biological causes of brain disorders. Seminars on research methods will provide you with an understanding of the tools available to measure and modulate brain function and an opportunity to develop teamwork skills. These sessions will aid your understanding of the theory and allow you to consolidate knowledge by engaging with quizzes and activities.

It is a requirement of the University that taught postgraduate programmes include a dissertation and/or major project module. For this module students will conduct their own piece of empirical research in an area of Psychology relevant for their Masters course under supervision of a member of academic staff. For the assessment students will either write 1) a quantitative research report of 6,000 words (maximum) or a qualitative research report of 8,000 words (maximum). Overall student workload: 300 hours This includes 10 hours of tutor supervision, which includes meetings and feedback.  These hours will include development of theoretical framework, aims and hypotheses, recruiting samples, fieldwork and liaison with key personnel as appropriate, data recording and analysis, interpretation and writing up. Specific times for these subsections cannot be given as they vary from project to project.

This module prepares you as a student for conducting MSc level dissertation. You will learn to identify a research question for your dissertation based on the empirical literature, write up background literature for a lay summary, identify how psychologists develop recruitment plans, plan an experimental design including which statistical tests to use, conduct a power analysis, consider risk assessments, discuss examples of sharing data by reviewing the Open Science Framework website, and think about ethical considerations.

This module will provide you as a student with knowledge of designing research in a range of fields. The module will cover aspects of research design, including literature reviews, forming hypotheses and research questions, ethical conduct, and study design. The focus will be on quantitative and qualitative methods. You will be given a choice of topics in which you will develop an appropriate methodological approach to testing a question.

The module introduces you to basic statistical theory and critical thinking then build to more advanced data analysis skills. It aims to develop your understanding of statistical methods and foster the skills needed to think critically about psychological research. Teaching involves a combination of theory and practical sessions with real world research examples. Content covers a specific statistics or critical thinking topic that is typically followed by guided learning focusing on applying and practicing the theoretical content. Together, the module content provides knowledge of statistical analysis and critical thinking from both a theoretical and practical perspective, resulting in a good introduction and grounding in statistical research methods.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of Developmental Psychology by introducing theories and empirical research. In this module we will critically evaluate empirical research and theoretical knowledge relevant to developmental psychology. You as a student will gain insight into how people develop throughout the lifespan covering key topics in social, emotional, language, and cognitive development. One way we will engage in critical evaluation is to examine whether previous work is cross-culturally valid. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge through a multiple choice exam. You will develop your written communication skills through a report in which you will critically evaluate theories and methods to understand a topic more deeply from a socio-cultural perspective.

This module covers the core psychology discipline of individual differences: the many and varied psychological ways in which humans differ from one another. Specifically, we will discuss and critically evaluate key issues of classic and contemporary significance in the areas of personality, intelligence and psychopathology, synthesising them all together to form a broader understanding of the concept of individual differences as understood by contemporary psychologists. We will also use these principles to better understand the individual differences present in students’ own lives. You will demonstrate your breadth of knowledge in a multiple-choice exam. You will prepare and deliver a poster presentation that analyses a case study using principles of individual differences, developing and assessing your skills in applying principles, critical thinking, and visual and oral communication.

This module aims to introduce biological psychology and provide the foundation for understanding the biological bases of psychological processes and disorders. In this module we will focus on the organization and function of the human nervous system, from the cells that form the brain and their fundamental functions, the processes by which those communicate, and the systems that allow us to sense and move. We will cover relevant topics in the history of neuroscience and ethics, neuroanatomy, psychopharmacology, neurodevelopment, sensory systems and motor control and the biological causes of brain disorders. Seminars on research methods will provide you with an understanding of the tools available to measure and modulate brain function and an opportunity to develop teamwork skills. These sessions will aid your understanding of the theory and allow you to consolidate knowledge by engaging with quizzes and activities.

It is a requirement of the University that taught postgraduate programmes include a dissertation and/or major project module. For this module students will conduct their own piece of empirical research in an area of Psychology relevant for their Masters course under supervision of a member of academic staff. For the assessment students will either write 1) a quantitative research report of 6,000 words (maximum) or a qualitative research report of 8,000 words (maximum). Overall student workload: 300 hours This includes 10 hours of tutor supervision, which includes meetings and feedback.  These hours will include development of theoretical framework, aims and hypotheses, recruiting samples, fieldwork and liaison with key personnel as appropriate, data recording and analysis, interpretation and writing up. Specific times for these subsections cannot be given as they vary from project to project.

This module prepares you as a student for conducting MSc level dissertation. You will learn to identify a research question for your dissertation based on the empirical literature, write up background literature for a lay summary, identify how psychologists develop recruitment plans, plan an experimental design including which statistical tests to use, conduct a power analysis, consider risk assessments, discuss examples of sharing data by reviewing the Open Science Framework website, and think about ethical considerations.

This module will provide you as a student with knowledge of designing research in a range of fields. The module will cover aspects of research design, including literature reviews, forming hypotheses and research questions, ethical conduct, and study design. The focus will be on quantitative and qualitative methods. You will be given a choice of topics in which you will develop an appropriate methodological approach to testing a question.

This module will provide an introduction to the major topics and issues within cognitive psychology. This will be done through a series of asynchronous and synchronous sessions, which will provide you as a students with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of cognitive psychology with academic skills relating to cognitive research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in the areas of language, memory, attention and thinking, all in relation to humans as processors of information.

This module will introduce the major topics and issues within social psychology, a core psychology discipline. This will be done through a series of lectures and subject-based tutorials, which will provide you with an opportunity to integrate your developing knowledge of social psychology with practical academic skills relating to social research methods. Specifically, we will discuss and evaluate key issues in areas such as cognitive dissonance and attitude change, group processes, prejudice and discrimination, intergroup behaviour, all in relation to humans as social beings.