Cognitive Psychology (Masters) (809C8)
Cognitive Psychology (Masters)
Module 809C8
Module details for 2025/26.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
Cognitive Psychology is the scientific study of the mechanisms of the mind. Learning sessions will provide a broad coverage of Cognitive Psychology, which may include topics such as perception, attention, memory, language, and thinking. The module will explore how these core cognitive functions may be disrupted as a result of clinical conditions or differ across individuals. Learners will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of cognitive psychological research, based on academic readings. Also, learners will practice the evaluative and creative problem-solving skills needed to devise cognitive psychological research and to discuss its theoretical and real-world importance.
Full Module Description
Cognitive Psychology is the scientific study of the mechanisms of the mind. Learning sessions will provide a broad coverage of Cognitive Psychology, which may include topics such as perception, attention, memory, language, and thinking. The module will explore how these core cognitive functions may be disrupted as a result of clinical conditions or differ across individuals. Learners will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of cognitive psychological research, based on academic readings. Also, learners will practice the evaluative and creative problem-solving skills needed to devise cognitive psychological research and to discuss its theoretical and real-world importance.
Module learning outcomes
Systematically understand and critique key aspects of cognitive psychology.
Propose new hypotheses and evaluate methodologies used to study cognitive psychology.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Essay | T1 Week 7 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Workshop | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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