Understanding Psychology

The fundamental principles of psychology that underpin this degree will be introduced during this module: Developmental and Social Psychology, Brain and Behaviour, Cognitive Psychology, Individual Differences and Historical and Conceptual Issues.

Through a mixture of lectures, seminars and practical classes, students will learn about the theories and findings in each of these areas. They will be taught about different research approaches, how to access and evaluate scientific journal articles, and how to construct arguments formally in essays.

Students will be exposed to cutting-edge research conducted within the Psychology Department at Lancaster, with techniques such as virtual reality, developmental EEG, eye tracking, and behavioural measures.