Biological and Learning Psychology
Course Level Undergraduate
Course Level Undergraduate
Area/Catalogue
BEHL 2012
Course Level
Undergraduate
Offered Externally
No
Course ID
100743
Unit Value
4.5
University-wide elective course
No
Course owner
UniSA Justice & Society
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.
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.
Nil
Common to all relevant programs | |
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Subject Area & Catalogue Number | Course Name |
BEHL 1003 | Psychology 1A |
BEHL 1004 | Psychology 1B |
Nil
Component | Duration | ||
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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.
Examination, Report, Study design proposal
EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 1)
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