STU231 Introduction to Psychology
Course Synopsis and Objectives
The objective of this course is to introduce the field of psychology. It will discuss major theories in psychology. It will also focus on current research findings within the field. Among the major topics are biology and psychology, memory, cognitive process, intelligence, emotion and major psychological disorders. Emphasis will be made on how major theories in general psychology can be applied in one’s daily life and career. Students taking this course will be able to understand major theories in psychology and will be able to see their applications in their daily lives and future career. This course will also prepare students for advance courses in psychology.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe main theories and recent psychological research.
- Select main psychological theories that are relevant to explain scientifically issues and problems.
- Identify the main theories and the relationship with personal daily life experiences.
Assessments
- Online quizzes
- Online mid-term exam
- Group assignment and presentation
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STU231 Example of Assignment done by students
STU231 References
- Feldman, R. (2021). Understanding Psychology. 15th Edition. McGraw Hill Education. USA.
- Kalat, J. W. (2022). Introduction to Psychology. 12th Edition. Wordsworth Cengage Learning.
- Holt, N., Bremner, A., Sutherland, E., Vliek, M., Passer, M., & Smith, R. (2019). Psychology: The Science of Mind and Behavior. 4th Edition. McGraw Hill Education. Europe.
- Rathus, S.A. (2017) PSYCH 4. 4th Edition. Wardsworth Cengage Learning. CA USA. (this was previously one of the main references)
- Tien-Lun, S. (2016) Psychology in Asia: An Introduction. Cengage Learning Asia Pte Ltd. Singapore.
- Desa, A., Cosmas, G., Abdul Ghani, M., Kamsani, S. R., Ishak, N. A., Ibrahim, N., & Musa, M. M. (2015). Pengantar Psikologi. SJ Learning.
STU242 Social Psychology
Course Synopsis and Objectives
The objective of this course is to discuss major theories and recent research findings in social psychology. The topics consists of social cognition, social perception, group dynamics, aggression, group behavior, social conflict, prejudice and attraction theory. Applications of social psychology in daily and working lives will be stressed upon.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe main theories and recent social psychological research.
- Select main social psychological theories that are relevant to explain scientifically issues and problems.
- Identify the main theories and the relationship with personal daily life experiences.
Assessments
- Online quizzes
- Online tests
- Group coursework
STU242 Weekly Teaching Plan
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STU242 Example of Assignment done by students
STU242 Example of Assignment done by students
STU242 References
- Kassin, S., Fein, S., & Markus, H. R. (2020) Social Psychology. 11th Edition. Cengage.
- Branscombe, N.R. & Baron, R.A. (2017) Social Psychology. 14th Edition. Pearson Education Limited
- Aronson, E., Wilson, T.D., Akert, R.M., & Sommers, S.R. (2018) Social Psychology. Pearson Education Limited
- Yahaya, A, Boon, Y., Jamaludin, R., Latif J.S., Yahya, F & Abdul, A. (2010) Psikologi Sosial. Johor. Penerbit UTM press.
- Lesko, W. A. (2000) Readings in Social Psychology. Allyn and Bacon
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