Maynooth University Undergraduate Handbook 2015
Maynooth University Undergraduate Handbook 2015
Maynooth University Undergraduate Handbook 2015
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Bachelor of Arts in Psychology<br />
MH106<br />
Degrees at <strong>Maynooth</strong> <strong>University</strong> 176 – 177<br />
What will I study sample course plan<br />
First year Second year Third year<br />
Semester 1 Semester 1 Semester 1<br />
Choose two subjects from the list of available<br />
subjects below, along with the following<br />
Psychology modules:<br />
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Biological & Developmental Psychology<br />
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Research Design & Statistics<br />
List of available subjects – check page 162 to<br />
ensure the two you choose are not from the<br />
same group:<br />
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Accounting, Anthropology, Chinese Studies,<br />
Computer Science, Economics, English,<br />
Finance, French, Geography, German, Greek &<br />
Roman Civilization, International Development,<br />
Latin, Law, Mathematical Physics,<br />
Mathematical Studies, Medieval Irish & Celtic<br />
Studies, Music, Nua Ghaeilge, Philosophy,<br />
Politics, Sociology and Spanish<br />
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Biological Bases of<br />
Behaviour<br />
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Perception & Memory<br />
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Learning, Language &<br />
Development<br />
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Abnormal Psychology<br />
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Developmental<br />
Psychology:<br />
Theoretical & Applied<br />
Perspectives<br />
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Advanced Concepts &<br />
Issues in Psychology<br />
1 & 2<br />
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Independent Research<br />
Project & General<br />
Examination<br />
Dr Bryan Roche researches how we can increase our intellectual ability, and has<br />
developed an online intellectual skills training system at RaiseYourIQ.com.<br />
Why is the Bachelor of Psychology for me<br />
You are interested in<br />
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obtaining a degree accredited<br />
by the Psychological Society of<br />
Ireland, which will open the door<br />
to a wide range of careers<br />
studying the human mind and behaviours<br />
with the rigours of scientific testing<br />
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developing a set of core written,<br />
organisational and communication skills<br />
learning to use research methods<br />
including observation, measurement,<br />
hypothesis testing, experimentation,<br />
logical inference and statistical analysis<br />
Semester 2 Semester 2 Semester 2<br />
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Cognitive & Social Psychology<br />
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History & Methodology of Psychological<br />
Research<br />
Continue with your two subjects<br />
from semester one<br />
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Statistical and<br />
Computing<br />
Applications for<br />
Psychology<br />
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Thought, Language &<br />
Social Cognition<br />
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Personality &<br />
Intelligence<br />
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Independent Research<br />
Project & General<br />
Examination<br />
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Conceptual,<br />
Philosophical &<br />
Professional Issues in<br />
Psychology<br />
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Social Psychology:<br />
Conceptual & Applied<br />
Issues
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