Psychology

Syllabus and learning guide 

Syllabus and learning guilde 

Chapter 1 Introduction to Psychology

Chapter 1 Video lessons 

Chapter 1 Quiz 

Chapter 1 Introduction 

Chapter 2 _ Lecture Materials 

Chapter 2 Video Lectures 

Chapter 2 Quiz 

Chapter 2 Psychological Research 

Chapter 3 Lecture Materials 

Chapter 3 Video lecture 

Chapter 3 Quiz 

Chapter 3 Biopsychology 

Introduction to Certificate in Fundamentals of PsychologyThis course provides a introduction to the scientific study of the mind and behavior. We will explore the history of the field, the biological foundations of thought, and how we perceive the world around us.BackgroundThe is a 1 – &nbsp;3 months program is based on theories of psychology. The course is taught online by expert faculty from LSBSS. There are six taught modules.Admission EligibilityTo be admitted to the Certificate in Fundamentals of Psychology, students must have a diploma from an accredited academic institution subject to minimum entrance requirements prescribed by the school.Duration of the courseThe duration of the course will be 1 – 3 months.Medium of InstructionMedium of Instruction will be English.Credits and LevelThis is level 3 (Regulated Qualification Framework – RQF) equivalent and 60 Credits.MaterialsLSBSS is committed to provide all the relevant reference materials including textbooks. Students will be given free e-book from our library. Students are not required to purchase any books. Students will be provided with the following resources.<ol type="1" style="margin-top: 0in;"><li style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;">Access to learning management systems (LMS)</li><li style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;">Lecture materials (Powerpoint, book chapters)</li><li style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;">Videos</li></ol>Mode of learning&nbsp;Students can either follow our<ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;">100% online course/ Distance learning – Students&nbsp; can study at their own time and place or</li><li style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;">Blended learning (40% online and 60% on campus – only in Summer semester)</li></ul>Assessments and Grading<ul style="margin-top: 0in;"><li style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;">Online test for each module via our learning platform. Students can repeat the tests without fee till get pass mark 50 is achieved (Maximum allowed is 3 attempts)</li><li style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;">Grading : Student will be get either Pass or Fail for each module. Pass marks for each module is 51 or above. Students who failed to get in 1st attempt can retake the exam for two more times.</li><li style="text-align: justify; line-height: 150%;">Assessment type: Students need to complete assessment of each module. Each module consist of MCQ and T/F</li></ul>AwardAll the successful students will be awarded with Certificate in Fundamentals of Psychology from London School of Business and Social Sciences UK&nbsp;Core Learning Objectives·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Understand the evolution of psychological schools of thought.·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Apply the scientific method to psychological research.Syllabus<table style="min-width: 75px;"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Course Number</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Module Name</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Credits</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">PSY310</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Introduction to Psychology</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">10</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">PSY320</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Psychological Research</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">10</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">PSY330</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Biopsychology</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">10</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">&nbsp;</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Total credits</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">60</td></tr></tbody></table>&nbsp;&nbsp;<table style="min-width: 75px;"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Module</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Title</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Key Topics Covered</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">1</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Introduction to Psychology</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">History, contemporary perspectives, and career paths.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">2</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Psychological Research</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Ethics, scientific method, and statistical reasoning.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">3</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Biopsychology</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Human genetics, the nervous system, and the endocrine system.</td></tr></tbody></table>&nbsp;Detailed Module BreakdownModule 1: Introduction to PsychologyWe begin by defining what psychology is—and what it isn't. You'll look at the "Great Debates," such as Nature vs. Nurture, and meet the founders of the field like Wundt, James, and Freud.Module 2: Psychological ResearchHow do we know what we know? This module covers why "gut feelings" aren't enough.<ul><li style="line-height: normal;">The Scientific Method: Observation, hypothesis, and peer review.</li><li style="line-height: normal;">Ethics: The importance of Institutional Review Boards (IRB) and participant safety.</li></ul>Module 3: BiopsychologyThis is the "hardware" of psychology. We examine how your brain and DNA influence your personality and actions.<ul><li style="line-height: normal;">The Neuron: Structure and electrochemical communication.</li><li style="line-height: normal;">Brain Anatomy: The roles of the forebrain, midbrain, and hindbrain.</li></ul><table style="min-width: 75px;"><colgroup><col><col><col></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Module</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Title</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Key Topics Covered</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">1</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Introduction to Psychology</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">History, contemporary perspectives, and career paths.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">2</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Psychological Research</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Ethics, scientific method, and statistical reasoning.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">3</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Biopsychology</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Human genetics, the nervous system, and the endocrine system.</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"></td></tr></tbody></table>

This course provides introduction to the scientific study of the mind and behavior. We will explore the history of the field, the biological foundations of thought, and how we perceive the world around us.

Certificate in Fundamentals of Psychology

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Understand the evolution of psychological schools of thought.

Apply the scientific method to psychological research.

Analyse the relationship between genetics, biology, and behavior.

Distinguish between different states of consciousness and sensory processes

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