Biological and Learning Psychology

Course aim

To further develop students' understanding of those aspects of the biological sciences which underpin the study of psychology, and to introduce students to principles of learning theory, and applications of these principles to improve welfare and well-being in an ethical manner.

Course content

In this course students will further develop their knowledge of biological psychology (including the evolutionary origins of hominids, ethical and legal implications of classification of Great Apes as hominids, comparative genetics, the psychology of learning (including principles of learning and behaviour, ethical issues in their application, conservation psychology) and research design.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
BEHL 1004	Psychology 1B
BEHL 1003	Psychology 1A

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL (INTENSIVE)
Lecture	2 hours x 7 weeks
Workshop	3 hours x 4 weeks
Practical (Field trips to Adelaide Zoo)	3 hours x 2 sessions

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Report, Study design proposal

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.