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What do contemporary psychologists have to contribute to our understanding of human behaviour and experience? You will critically evaluate the evidence in areas that will help in your own learning, such as memory, intelligence and adult development, as well as aspects of social psychology and clinical psychology.
Assessment: a 2500-word essay, in-class 90-minute assessment and 10-minute in-class oral presentation.
You should complete one of the Approaches to Study courses before taking this course.
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