Introduction to Psychology

Course Code

PSYC 1013

Academic Year

2016-2017

(Online course) This course is designed to introduce students to the field of psychology. Psychology seeks to understand, in a scientific way, why people think, feel and behave the way they do, . To understand the self and others, however, all aspects of human functioning, such as the biological basis of behaviour, the way individuals learn and remember, and how personality develops, to name a few, must be considered. Thus, this course provides an overview of some of the major fields within psychology. In the process, students are exposed to a discipline that is rich in theoretical diversity, research findings and practical applications. They are encouraged to critically evaluate common sense knowledge about how people function and to challenge their preconceptions. Students who have taken PSYC 400 - Psychology cannot take this course.