Graduate academic calendar 2012 - 2013 - Trent University

GRADUATE PROGRAMS Psychology
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PSYC 5500H – Human development
This course explores theory and research in the area of developmental psychology, including
an emphasis on contemporary applications. Research topics include family dynamics, child and
adolescent development, and the impact of culture on human development. Students are also
exposed to current theory and methodologies.
PSYC 5520H – Literacy, numeracy, and development
This course explores theory and research in the area of the development of, and relationship
between, literacy and numeracy, including an emphasis on typical as well as atypical development,
underlying mechanisms, impact on other areas of development, related and/or associated disorders,
assessment, intervention, and outcomes.
PSYC 5760H – Social dimensions of human sexuality
A social psychological examination of human sexuality. Both social psychology and human
sexuality are shaped by broader social contexts. Historical, cultural, interpersonal, and intrapersonal
understanding shape our current knowledge about sex and sexuality. The focus is on the integration
of social psychology and research with social aspects of human sexuality.
PSYC 5801H, 5802H – Research seminar in psychology
The research seminars in psychology provide students with practical issues and hands-on experience
related to their academic work. Course objectives include: (a) providing a collegial setting in which
students can develop essential communication skills for scholarly and professional discourse, (b)
providing an opportunity for sharing research findings and discussing current research plans, (c)
stimulating discussion about recent or on-going research projects, research methodologies, and
future research possibilities; and (d) providing constructive suggestions to students who are finalizing
research plans for a thesis or preparing to present results of their research in the department or at a
conference. The research seminars are required courses for all graduate students in Psychology.
PSYC 5990Y, 5991H, 5992H – Specialized reading course
Organized by individual instructors following approval by program.