Course - Introduction to Cognitive Psychology - PSY1122
PSY1122 - Introduction to Cognitive Psychology
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | E |
Course content
The course is a basic course in cognitive psychology (theory and method). Cognitive Psychology is used throughout the entire range of human knowledge, perception, activity, speech processing, problem solving and thinking about learning and memory. The course will give students knowledge of the most important concepts, themes, problems and empirical research in modern cognitive theory as it concerns how we receive, interpret, edit, use and save information. The course will deal with the study of both general traits and individual differences.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
The student has a broad knowledge of human cognition, through: sensing and perception; attention; memory; language and thinking; and learning and problem solving. The student is familiar with the core concepts, themes, issues and empirical findings in the field of modern cognitive psychology, specifically when it applies to how we receive, interpret, process, use and retain information.
Skills ·The student can summarise both theories and research findings from the field of cognitive psychology, by analysing and discussing scholarly issues within the subject area. ·The student can express themselves in writing, in a manner that is appropriate when communicating about the relevant subject area. General competence ·The student has developed a scholarly attitude and is capable of independent reflection and of applying logic generally. ·The student has developed the ability to think critically, with respect for the scientific data and ethical values within the field of study.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures 2 hours per week, studygroups.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Psychology (BPSY)
Psychology (ÅPSY)
Recommended previous knowledge
None.
Required previous knowledge
None
Course materials
To be announced when semester starts.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| PSYK4122 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| PSYPRO4112 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| PSY1002 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| PSY1009 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| PSY1502 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| PSY1012 | 7.5 | AUTUMN 2021 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Psychology
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 100/100 E 2024-12-09 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL110 hvit sone Sluppenvegen 14 13 SL520 Sluppenvegen 14 1 - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 E 2025-05-14 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL110 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 80 SL111 brun sone Sluppenvegen 14 80 SL111 grønn sone Sluppenvegen 14 49
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"