Teaching and assessment for Philosophy and Psychology MA (Hons)

Psychology is the study of the mind and behaviour. This module provides a broad overview of the diversity of core topics that make up psychological science.

You will learn about key theoretical concepts in psychology, and explore the methods used by psychologists to understand the mind.

Psychology is the study of the mind, brain, and behaviour. The module cover core topics in social Psychology and cognitive Psychology with more depth.

You will also learn of the statistical methods used to test psychological questions.

In this module you will view films hailing from the birth of cinema to the present day, exploring key techniques and issues in Film Studies.

This module explores the strengths and weaknesses of differing theories of literary interpretation. You will read poems, plays, and novels from a variety of historical periods together with works of literary theory while exploring weekly topics e.g. Beginnings, Character, Satire, Love and Desire, Secrets, The Body, and Fear and Terror.

This module centres on Memory as a key concept in Humanities. Recent thinking has focussed on the nature of personal, collective, and cultural memory as shapers of individuals and society.

Rather than a stable repository, Memory is understood to be unreliable, conflicted, contested, transitory, and political

Revolutions is a key concept in modern political and intellectual history. But why do we refer to particular political event as 'revolutions'? How does the label 'revolution' affect how political ideologists and historians have interpreted the significance, the causes and consequences of highly complex and turbulent events in modern history.

This module studies the exchange of goods, people, and ideas that tied together Europe, Africa, and the Americas.

It explores the origins of globalization and provides a comparative understanding of the development of European empires in Africa and the Americas.

You will develop basic linguistic knowledge. You will learn cultural awareness and transferable communication skills. These will be of use to you in your personal and professional life.

You will work within the level of A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

This module gives you an introduction to the basic terminology of aesthetics as a philosophical subject.

Through engagement with both ancient and modern conceptions of the relationship between art and philosophy, you will identify and critique key stages in the development of this relationship.

This module introduces philosophy through the works of Plato. It addresses the question: 'What does it mean to live a good life?' through reading, understanding, and critically discussing Plato's dialogues and a range of later philosophical approaches to ethics.

This is a dynamic course on modern philosophy that explores the realms of thought and reality. It uncovers the minds that shape today's philosophical discussions, as it dives into the rich tapestry of contemporary philosophy.

This module will explore how psychology can help you survive and thrive in the modern world; it addresses some of the challenges encountered in everyday life and explores some of the psychological tools available to help overcome these challenges.

This module explores the different aspects that influence the development of humans from birth to old age.

It discusses cognitive, social, linguistic, and moral development throughout the lifespan, including reflections on mental health and psychological wellbeing. You will discover how the human mind develops and diverges to create unique individuals.

This module will provide work experience alongside university study to further enhance employability and help you plan for your future.

It will suit students who can bring a professional attitude to their internship and are keen to take practical steps towards developing transferable skills for their future.

This module introduces important concepts about gender and sexuality and shows how these concepts have changed over time.

Lecturers from English Literature, Philosophy, History, Creative Writing, Film, and Languages offer influential ideas from their disciplines, and help you recognise how sex-gender systems have real and physical consequences in individuals' lives.

This module illuminates the transformative impact of 20th-century philosophical movements on our understanding of existence and reality.

From existential angst to the exploration of Dasein, you will critically engage with pivotal writings that have shaped modern philosophy and continue to influence our understanding of life and existence.

In this module, we delve into the fascinating world of art and aesthetics, exploring why some philosophers have sought to defend the value of beauty in the modern world, and why some argue good art without being beautiful is in fact one of the great achievements of 20th century art.

This module provides an introduction to some philosophical theories currently influential in the discourse surrounding contemporary art. It also covers core philosophical issues concerning the nature of the relationship between philosophy and art.

Cognitive psychology is the study of mental processes such as perception, problem-solving, language, and memory, with a focus on how we process and interpret information.

This module provides in-depth information on core areas of cognitive psychology, e.g. auditory and visual sensory processing, attention, memory, problem solving, and learning strategies.

This module covers a core approach in Psychology: the study of biology and behaviour.

In this module we will see how biology influences your actions, choices, and reactions. We will address the role of biological processes in our formation of memory, our experience of hunger, our sleep, and drug addiction.

Social Psychology studies the ways in which our thoughts, feelings, and actions are shaped by those around us. This module explores the key theories and principles that shape human behaviour.

This module delivers core knowledge about how to design and interpret studies of behaviour and attitudes in Psychology.

Explores the core theories and principles of individual differences and psychopathology, examining psychological traits, intelligence, and personality.

It covers psychopathology's history, theories, assessment methods, and diagnoses, including mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorder, eating disorders, and personality disorders.

This module introduces current theories and findings in Psychology of Language (Psycholinguistics).

This module explores the fascinating topic of language use and the uniquely human characteristic to master this communicative ability.

Developmental psychology studies how and why human beings change over their lifespan, focusing on cognitive, emotional, and social growth. This module critically discusses historical and contemporary issues in developmental psychology. It aims to give you an understanding of the foundations of social and cognitive development that underpin human psychology.

This module covers a variety of statistical techniques based on correlation and regression, to be used in the analysis of research data.

You will learn to use advanced correlation techniques, simple and multiple regression, regression with categorical predictors, mediation analysis, and moderation analysis.

Explore the origins of philosophical inquiry, tracing the evolution of ideas surrounding themes like God, time, and eternity from ancient myths to the writing of classical philosophers.

Through a series of captivating texts, including fragments, treatises, and dialogues, you will unravel the metaphysical mysteries that have captivated thinkers for centuries.

Dive into the heart of philosophy with "Phenomenology: Exploring Openness and Attunement." This module is your gateway to understanding the ways in which philosophical thinking has evolved over time and how it shapes our understanding of the world today.

Apply all your knowledge as a Psychological researcher, choose a research topic, and work with an experienced supervisor to set up a study.

This module allows you to collect data, analyse it, and present your results in an original piece of writing - your dissertation.

This module offers an introduction to psychological and neurological disturbances and disorders occurring in infancy and childhood, diagnosis of mental disorders from infancy to childhood, and psychological assessment of young children.

This module explores the psychological processes involved in understanding and producing a second language.

It will discuss research articles investigating a variety of critical questions about second language processing.

When and why do humans become self-aware? In this module you will read and critique research and theory concerning the development of human selfhood. A sense of self is critical to our wellbeing, guiding our cognition, emotion and social behaviour.

This module focuses on the ways in which our social relationships, group memberships (e.g. family, friends), and socio-economic circumstances influence our physical and mental health. You will learn about the detrimental effects of negative relationships (e.g. child maltreatment, bullying) and the beneficial effects of supportive relationships (e.g. friendships) on health.

This module introduces current theories and findings in Comparative (Animal) Cognition and Communication.

We will particularly focus on two popular pet species - domestic cats (Felis catus) and domestic dogs (Canis familiaris).

Metacognition represents the ability to reflect on and evaluate our knowledge, experiences, and behaviours. Metacognitive insight modulates learning, adaptive decision-making, error monitoring, and exploration behaviour.

This module explores current knowledge on neurotypical metacognitive processes, and metacognitive deficits associated with a range of neuropsychiatric symptoms and disorders.