| Module Code: |
H8ABP |
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Long Title
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Advanced Biological Psychology
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Title
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Advanced Biological Psychology
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| Module Level: |
LEVEL 8 |
| EQF Level: |
6 |
| EHEA Level: |
First Cycle |
| Module Coordinator: |
Caoimhe Hannigan |
| Module Author: |
David Mothersill |
| Departments: |
School of Business
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| Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
Lecturer with PhD in Psychology or related cognate discipline
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Demonstrate a critical understanding of the role biological systems, including the nervous system and endocrine system, play in the stress response, sleep, motivation, hunger, thirst, emotion, learning, memory, and language. |
| LO2 |
Identify key structures within the brain and nervous system and relate their function to psychological processes such as stress, sleep, motivation, hunger, thirst, emotion, learning, memory, and language. |
| LO3 |
Assess the strengths and limitations of using biological systems to explain human behaviour. |
| LO4 |
Demonstrate critical evaluation of the peer-reviewed literature on advanced biological psychology topics. |
| Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
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| No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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| No Co-requisite modules listed |
| Entry requirements |
There are no additional entry requirements for this module. The programme entry requirements apply.
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Module Content & Assessment
| Indicative Content |
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The module will begin with a re-introduction to biological psychology
Building on this, students will learn about the biological bases of stress, sickness behaviour, sleep, motivation, hunger, thirst, emotion, learning, memory, and language (including lateralisation of brain function).
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Below is an indicative outline of the module content:
Re-introduction to biological psychology, including gross neuroanatomy, nervous system cells and cell signalling, and sensation and perception
Nervous system damage and recovery
Stress and health
Sleep
Motivation, hunger, and thirst
Emotion
Learning and memory
Language and lateralisation
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 50.00% |
| End of Module Assessment | 50.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
| Coursework |
| Assessment Type: |
Continuous Assessment |
% of total: |
50 |
| Assessment Date: |
Week 5 |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3 |
| Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description:
Continuous assessment MCQ based on material covered to date (50 questions) |
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| End of Module Assessment |
| Assessment Type: |
Terminal Exam |
% of total: |
50 |
| Assessment Date: |
End-of-Semester |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3,4 |
| Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description:
Students will answer 2 out of 5 questions which may be based on any aspect of course content |
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| Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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Reassessment Description
Students will be required to complete one repeat terminal examination that covers all of the learning outcomes.
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NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
| Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours |
| Workload: Full Time |
| Workload Type |
Workload Description |
Hours |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
| Lecture |
Classroom and demonstrations |
24 |
Per Semester |
2.00 |
| Independent Learning |
Independent learning |
101 |
Per Semester |
8.42 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
2.00 |
Module Resources
| Recommended Book Resources |
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Kalat, J.W. (2023), Biological Psychology, 14th Edition. Wadsworth Cengage, Belmont CA.
| | Supplementary Book Resources |
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Alexio, P. & Baillon, M. (2008), Biological Psychology: An illustrative Survival Guide, Wiley, Sussex, UK.
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Pinel, J.P.J. (2007), Biopsychology, 7th Edition. Allyn & Bacon, Boston, MA.
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Carlson, N.R. (2012), Physiology of Behavior, 11th Edition. Pearson, Boston, MA.
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Kolb, B. & Whishaw, I. (2011), An Introduction to Brain and Behavior, Third Edition. Worth Publishers.
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| This module does not have any other resources |
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