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On completion of this module students should be able to: Demonstrate detailed knowledge of links between the brain and cognition/behaviour; describe neurobiological and behavioural differences in brain-related disorders/injury ; assess the strengths and weaknesses of various methodological and theoretical approaches to neuropsychology; demonstrate a critical understanding of theory and research in cognitive neuroscience and neuropsychology, and relate research to policy and practice.
Student Effort Type | Hours |
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Lectures | 18 |
Seminar (or Webinar) | 3 |
Autonomous Student Learning | 80 |
Total | 101 |
Students taking this module should have a background in biological psychology or a related discipline.
It is recommended that students should have previously completed a module such as PSY10060 Brain and Behaviour.
Description | Timing | Component Scale | % of Final Grade | ||
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Group Project: Group presentation/recording | Week 10 | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 10 |
Assignment: Evidence based assignment | Week 12 | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 50 |
Essay: 1500 word essay on assigned topic | Week 9 | n/a | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 40 |
Resit In | Terminal Exam |
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Spring | No |
• Feedback individually to students, post-assessment
• Group/class feedback, post-assessment
Individual feedback on mid semester essay within 20 working days through virtual learning environment. Individual component of end of term assignment will receive feedback individually in January and group feedback will be given in class or through on-line groups.